Claremont School Of Theology

Claremont School of Theology was founded in 1885, as the Maclay School of Theology. Its campus was located in San Fernando, California. The campus shifted to the University of Southern California campus in Los Angeles, in 1900. In 1957, the school moved to its present Claremont campus. The institution offers degrees including doctorate of ministry, master of divinity, master of art, and PhD degrees in theology and religion.

Apart from academics, the students at Claremont School of Theology are actively involved in various on-campus clubs and organizations such as The Arts Council, Claremont Association for Spirituality and Music, Hispanic Student Association, The Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender/Queer Students Association, The Pan-African Seminarians Association, The Dance Group, Worship Council, The Student Council, and International Friend to Friend Group.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• United Methodist religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Racially diverse student body.
• High male/female ratio.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• High faculty salary.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 435 in 2007-2008 (177 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 79% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 21%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Claremont School Of Theology participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

Claremont School Of Theology provides on-campus housing for 135 of its 177 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).