Lexington Theological Seminary

Lexington Theological Seminary, LTS, is a not-for-profit, private institute in Lexington, Kentucky. The seminary's history traces its roots back to 1836, when the Department of Hebrew Literature at Beacon College was founded. After the expansion of the department in 1858, Lexington Theological Seminary was officially established in 1865, as the College of the Bible.

The highest level of degree offered by Lexington Theological Seminary is a doctorate degree. Academic programs are offered in pastoral studies, divinity, and Christian ministry. The courses consist of moral theology, basic knowledge of scripture, sacramental traditions, and contemporary Biblical scholarship.

Lexington Theological Seminary is a member of the Theological Education Association of Mid-America. Students are offered financial assistance in the form of loans and grants, as well as scholarships.

Lexington Theological Seminary Highlights

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

• Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Study abroad option

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Lexington Theological Seminary was 105 in 2007 (89 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 44% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 56%.

Tuition and Other Costs

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

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Lexington Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 60 of its 89 (full-time) students (as of 2007).