Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Location and Contact Information

2001 West Seminary Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76115
USA
Main Tel: (817) 923-1921
Web Site

The campus is in a large city.

Overview

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is located in Fort Worth, Texas, United States. It was established in the year 1908. It is among the largest seminaries in this world. This seminary offers degrees and diplomas in areas such as Islamic studies, corporate chaplaincy, and social work. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary comprises of the following six schools:

  • The College at Southwestern
  • The Harvard School for Theological Studies in Houston
  • The Roy Fish School of Evangelism and Missions
  • The School of Church Music
  • The School of Education Ministries
  • The School of Theology

The student organizations available on campus include the Chinese Student Fellowship, Student Theological Fellowship, Southwestern Woman’s Club, Chaplain Fellowship, and Carolina Chapter. Among the notable alumni of the institute are Gary Chapman, author; Erwin McManus, lead pastor of the Mosaic Church; and Larry Lea, televangelist.

Highlights (vs. Other Schools)

  • Southern Baptist religious affiliation.
  • Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
  • High percentage of students are from out-of-state.
  • High male/female ratio.
  • Number of dorm rooms for students.
  • Affordable tuition & fees.

School characteristics:

  • The school is private, not-for-profit.
  • Academic calender: Semester.
  • Carnegie classification: Theological and faith-related.

Features of note:

  • Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
  • There are one or more libraries on-campus.
  • Campus housing is available.
  • Students have meal (board) plans.
  • Distance learning is available.
  • Weekend study is an option.
  • Part-time classes are available.

Tuition and Financial Aid (2009-2010)

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 5,688
Room$ 1,920
Board$ 2,280
Books and supplies$ 1,000
Other$ 1,500

Financial Aid

Southwestern 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 Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary:

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 SchoolLocationEnrollment
1The Southern Baptist Theological SeminaryLouisville, KY3,356
2Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminarySouth Hamilton, MA2,008
3Luther Rice UniversityLithonia, GA941
4New Orleans Baptist Theological SeminaryNew Orleans, LA2,742
5Covenant Theological SeminarySaint Louis, MO823
6Fuller Theological Seminary in CaliforniaPasadena, CA2,957
7College of Biblical Studies-HoustonHouston, TX1,005
8Asbury Theological SeminaryWilmore, KY1,602
9Concordia SeminarySaint Louis, MO522
10Johnson Bible CollegeKnoxville, TN801

Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)

DegreeTotal
Earned		Different
Programs
Master4426
Doctorate (Research/Scholarship)244
Doctorate (Professional Practice)183
2-4 year degree171
< 1 year certificate161
Bachelor161

Students

Student enrollment was 2,588 in 2009-2010 (1,970 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 6% of enrolled students and graduate students are 94%.

Room and Board

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 1,113 of its 1,970 (full-time) students (as of 2009-2010).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.

Graduate School Focus

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Doctorate (Research/Scholarship & Professional Practice).

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (533 awarded)

  • Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
  • Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  • Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
  • Religious Education
  • Religious/Sacred Music
  • Theological and Ministerial Studies
  • Theology/Theological Studies