Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Wake Forest, North Carolina · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$13,090
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
58.1%
Admission rate
75%
Undergrad size
585
In-state tuition
$11,318
Out-of-state tuition
$11,318
Cost of attendance
$22,632
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,127
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 84.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
7 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (98% of credentials).
- Humanities & arts98%
- Social sciences2%
- Theology64.2%~376 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English12.3%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.9%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History3.7%~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.5%~14 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
26 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 487 | $48,793 | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Master's | 98 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | 81 | $80,112 | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies. | Master's | 39 | $32,463 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 33 | — | — |
| Religious Education. | Doctoral | 19 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | Doctoral | 12 | — | — |
| Religious Education. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Doctoral | 8 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Doctoral | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 7 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Graduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Religious Music and Worship. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is a small institution located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 585 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Theology, English, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,090 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $11,318 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,632 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 58.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 84.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit.
Programs & majors
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary confers degrees and certificates across 7 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Theology, English, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (98% of credentials), social sciences (2% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary accepts 75% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,127.
Location & campus
Set in Wake Forest, North Carolina (suburb), Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Q.How much does Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary cost?
The average net price at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is $13,090 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,632.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary has a 6-year graduation rate of 58.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary admits 75% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.What is tuition at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
Published tuition is $11,318 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary located?
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is located in Wake Forest, North Carolina (ZIP 27587).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary at their official website.