San Francisco Theological Seminary
Location and Contact Information
105 Seminary RoadSan Anselmo, CA 94960-0000
USA
Main Tel: (415) 451-2800
Web Site
The campus is in a large suburb.
Overview
The San Francisco Theological Seminary, located in San Anselmo, California, was established in 1871 by a pastor named William Anderson Scott. The college sits on a 14-acre campus, where it has been located since 1890. It also operates a branch campus in Pasadena, which was opened in 1990. It is a graduate theological institute offering education for prospective clergy.
SFTS offers its students graduate degree programs leading to master’s degrees in areas like divinity theological studies and ministry. The college also offers doctoral degree and diploma programs.
SFTS has an active Student Association Council that looks after the interests of the students and helps to address student concerns. The college also has a community life committee and academic concerns committee, both of which work in tandem with the student council.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation.
- Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- High faculty salary.
- High male/female ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is private, not-for-profit.
- Academic calender: 4-1-4 plan.
- Carnegie classification: Theological and faith-related.
Features of note:
- The school offers a faculty tenure system.
- Campus housing is available.
Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)
Financial Aid
San Francisco Theological Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
(Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.)
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to San Francisco Theological Seminary:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Claremont School of Theology | Claremont, CA | 358 |
| 2 | Brite Divinity School | Forth Worth, TX | 241 |
| 3 | Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg | Gettysburg, PA | 176 |
| 4 | Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | Pittsburgh, PA | 318 |
| 5 | Union Theological Seminary & Presbyterian School of Christian Education | Richmond, VA | 344 |
| 6 | Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Austin, TX | 168 |
| 7 | Memphis Theological Seminary | Memphis, TN | 280 |
| 8 | The General Theological Seminary | New York, NY | 145 |
| 9 | Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University | Berkeley, CA | 148 |
| 10 | Westminster Theological Seminary in California | Escondido, CA | 129 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Doctorate (Professional Practice) | 36 | 1 |
| Master | 27 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 14 | 1 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 10 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 2 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 6 |
Students
Student enrollment was 428 in 2009-2010 (184 full-time equivalent).
graduate students are 100%.
Students under 25 years old represent 1% of the student body. About 66% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
San Francisco Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 108 of its 184 (full-time) students (as of 2009-2010).
Graduate School Focus
San Francisco Theological Seminary offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Doctorate (Professional Practice).
Graduate offerings include continuing professional education.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
- Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
- Theological and Ministerial Studies
- Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology/Theological Studies