Concordia Theological Seminary

Concordia Theological Seminary is located at Fort Wayne, Indiana. Wilhelm Sihler founded the college in 1846. After a number of changes in locations, the seminary was relocated to Fort Wayne in 1976. Commonly abbreviated as CTS, the seminary is dedicated to preparation of pastors for congregations. The college offers its students master’s and doctoral degree programs in areas like ministry, missiology and divinity. The college also has a course which helps in preparation of deaconesses for church ministries.

CTS has an active Student Government Association. The college also has a Student Wives Association. The college offers financial aid to its deserving students in the form of a number of scholarships and grants. The college’s basketball team is nicknamed the King’s Men and participates in a number of intercollegiate events.

Highlights

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

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

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 390 in 2007-2008 (68 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 38% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 62%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

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

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Housing and Meals

Concordia Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 166 of its 68 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.