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New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary

The New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The seminary was established in 1917 as the Baptist Bible Institute. Today, students can pursue bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in disciplines like pastoral ministry, Christian education, education ministry, and biblical studies. NOBTS’ undergraduate program is offered through Leavell College.

Apart from academics, the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary also organizes activities for its students and their children. These activities are offered through student organizations like the Fellowship of Black Seminarians. The seminary supports many other students organizations dedicated to a variety of causes, such as racial reconciliation, Bible study, social work and home education of children, among others. Financial assistance is provided through programs like the NOBTS scholarship program, and the FACTS payment plan. NOBTS accepts GI Bill and VA benefits. Eligible students can also apply for seminary grants.

Campus Location

3939 Gentilly Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70126
USA
Main Tel: (504) 282-4455
Web Site

The campus is in a medium-sized city.

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Master1597
< 1 year certificate824
Bachelor532
272
176
Associate143
Postbaccalaureate certificate 5
Post-master's certificate 2

Students

Student enrollment was 2,036 in 2007-2008 (1,517 full-time equivalent).

About 66% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 34% of the class.

Undergrads are 54% of enrolled students and graduate students are 46%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Among freshmen students, 28% are full-time and 72% are part-time.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 4,770
Room and board$ 1,890
Books and supplies$ 500
Other$ 200

Financial Aid: New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Similar Schools

Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary:

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1Concordia Theological SeminaryFort Wayne, IN390
2W L Bonner CollegeColumbia, SC85
3American Baptist CollegeNashville, TN108
4Payne Theological SeminaryWilberforce, OH120
5Interdenominational Theological CenterAtlanta, GA442
6Huntsville Bible CollegeHuntsville, AL49
7New Life Theological SeminaryCharlotte, NC63
8Hood Theological SeminarySalisbury, NC264
9Westminster Theological SeminaryGlenside, PA760
10Theological Seminary of the Reformed Episcopal ChurchBlue Bell, PA15

Admissions (2008-2009)

 

ApplicantsAdmitted
Men100%
Women99%
All100%

Housing and Meals

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 290 of its 1,517 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).


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Highlights

Compared to other schools:

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Highlights

  • Southern Baptist religious affiliation.
  • Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
  • Racially diverse student body.
  • High male/female ratio.
  • Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
  • Number of dorm rooms for students.
  • Affordable tuition & fees.

Other important characteristics:

  • Faculty tenure system.
  • Library on-campus.
  • Campus housing available.
  • Distance learning available.
  • Part-time classes available.

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (352 awarded)

  • Bible/Biblical Studies
  • Christian Studies
  • Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
  • Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  • Religious Education
  • Religious/Sacred Music
  • Theology/Theological Studies

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