Columbia Theological Seminary

The Columbia Theological Seminary is located in Decatur, Georgia. Presbyterian ministers established the seminary in Lexington, Georgia in 1828. In 1830, it was shifted to Columbia, South Carolina, and finally moved to its current location in 1920. The institute confers several master’s and doctoral degrees in areas of study like philosophy, divinity and theological studies, among others. The seminary also offers an international program, which is comprised of Middle East seminars, internships and trips to Taize, Geneva, Rome, Assisi and Turkey.

The Columbia Theological Seminary houses organizations such as the Student Coordinating Council. The institute offers job placements and financial aid to students.

Columbia Theological Seminary Highlights

Where Columbia Theological Seminary stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• High male/female ratio.
• High faculty salary.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Columbia Theological Seminary was 298 in 2007 (257 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 55% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 45%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Columbia Theological Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Columbia Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 122 of its 257 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 18 meals weekly.