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Wesley Biblical Seminary
- 787 E. Northside Drive
- Jackson, MS 39286
- OPEID College Code: 02516200
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- General Phone: (601) 366-8880
- President: Ronald E Smith
- Website: www.wbs.edu
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
- Highest Degree: Master's and First-Professional Degree
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 127
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Religious Affiliation
- Interdenominational
- Mission Statement
- "Wesley Biblical Seminary is a multi-denominational, graduate school of theology within the evangelical, Wesleyan-Arminian tradition. The mission of the seminary is to provide graduate-level, theological education for persons preparing for Christian service. This mission is accomplished by nurturing the spiritual life of the students, guiding the development of their biblical and theological understanding, and improving their ministry skills. The desired outcome is persons who are competently prepared to fulfill their role in the global mission of the church."
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Theological Seminaries, Bible Colleges, and Other Faith-Related Institutions
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Graduate/Professional
- Admission Fees N/A
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Professional Degree Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
None Available
Graduate Student Expenses
| In-State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition and Fees | ||
| Theology School | $9,620 | $9,620 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Master | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vocations | ||
| Divinity, Ministry | - | 12 |
| Religious Education | - | - |
| Theology, Theological Studies | 4 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 127 Graduate: 25 Professional: 102
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 90 Female: 37
- Graduate Gender Male: 18 Female: 7
- Professional Gender Male: 72 Female: 30
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 68 Part-Time: 59
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 9 Part-Time: 16
- Professional Attendance Full-Time: 59 Part-Time: 43
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 6 | 5% |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.8% |
| Black | 31 | 24% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 4 | 3% |
| White | 85 | 67% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 20-21 | 1 | 0.8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 13 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 28 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 18 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 14 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 28 | 22% |
| Ages 50-65 | 14 | 11% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.8% |
| Age Uknown | 10 | 8% |
Additional Information
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 26 | 23 | 3 |
| Faculty Status | 9 | 9 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 4 | - | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 7 | 7 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 7 | 7 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 2 | 2 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 4 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $36,000 (1) | $36,000 (1) | - (-) |
| Professor | $36,000 (1) | $36,000 (1) | - (-) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,759 (6) | $39,012 (5) | $37,493 (1) |
| Professor | $39,012 (5) | $39,012 (5) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $37,493 (1) | - (-) | $37,493 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $32,325 (7) | $32,599 (6) | $30,677 (1) |
| Professor | $32,599 (6) | $32,599 (6) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $30,677 (1) | - (-) | $30,677 (1) |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
