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Colleges / The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Louisville, KY 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate71%

SBTS Admissions

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary admitted 71% of all applicants in 2010. Out of 110 applications received in 2023, 78 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, the regular decision application deadline is July 15 and the application fee costs $35.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary's admissions stats.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 7 15

Considering Applying Early to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary?


The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

For more information on transferring to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

What does The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Character/Personal Qualities Very Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Class Rank Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
Academic GPA Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered

Make sure to check with The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary for more information on admission factors.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Application Requirements

To apply to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary?

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary?

❌ Students who are admitted to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary?

✅ The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is not test optional.

What is The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary's acceptance rate?

✅ The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary's acceptance rate is 71%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary?

❌ The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary does not offer early decision.

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SBTS Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

71%

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SBTS Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jul 15

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 15

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to SBTS is Jul 15.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to SBTS is Jul 15.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

SBTS SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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SBTS GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

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Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,190

Campus Setting

Acceptance Rate

71%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$11,896

Out-of-State

$11,896

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jul 15
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