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Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (MBTS)
- 5001 N. Oak Trafficway
- Kansas City, MO 64118
- OPEID College Code: 00248500
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- General Phone: (816) 414-3700
- President: R. Philip Roberts, Ph.d.
- Website: www.mbts.edu

- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral and First-Professional Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 735
- College Alias: MBTS, MBC, MBC,SBC, MBCSBC

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Religious Affiliation
- Southern Baptist
- Mission Statement
- Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Biblically educates God-called men and women to be and to make disciples of Jesus Christ throughout the world.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - MBTS Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Theological Seminaries, Bible Colleges, and Other Faith-Related Institutions
- Enrollment Classification Majority Graduate/Professional
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.mbts.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Professional Degree Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 21 | 3 | 24 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 19 (90%) | 3 (100%) | 22 (92%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 15 (79%) | 3 (100%) | 18 (82%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: MBTS Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 41%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 29% | 18% | - | 12% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,696 | $3,329 | - | $650 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 43 | 30 | 45 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,800 | $3,440 | $3,300 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,800 | $3,440 | $3,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $750 | $750 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,500 | $6,400 | $7,500 |
| Other Expenses | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,000 | $8,800 | $9,000 |
| Other Expenses | $5,700 | $5,000 | $5,700 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,200 | $5,000 | $4,200 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $16,100 | $14,590 | $15,550 |
| Out of State | $16,100 | $14,590 | $15,550 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $19,300 | $17,990 | $18,750 |
| Out of State | $19,300 | $17,990 | $18,750 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $8,800 | $8,390 | $8,250 |
| Out of State | $8,800 | $8,390 | $8,250 |
Graduate Student Expenses
| In-State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition and Fees | ||
| Theology School | $2,720 | $2,720 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Languages and Literature | |||||
| Ancient Eastern Biblical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics | - | - | - | 3 | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||||
| Clinical Pastoral Counseling, Patient Counseling | - | - | - | 10 | - |
| Theology and Religious Vocations | |||||
| Divinity, Ministry | - | - | - | - | 29 |
| Pre-Theology, Pre-Ministerial Studies | - | 6 | - | - | - |
| Religious Education | - | - | - | 4 | 1 |
| Religious, Sacred Music | - | - | - | - | - |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | 5 | - | - | 1 | - |
| Theology, Theological Studies | - | - | - | - | 20 |
| Biblical Studies | - | - | 5 | - | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 735 Undergraduate: 228 Graduate: 278 Professional: 229
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 609 Female: 126
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 183 Female: 45
- Graduate Gender Male: 220 Female: 58
- Professional Gender Male: 206 Female: 23
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 438 Part-Time: 297
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 126 Part-Time: 102
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 179 Part-Time: 99
- Professional Attendance Full-Time: 133 Part-Time: 96
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 11 | 1% |
| American Indian | 11 | 1% |
| Black | 23 | 3% |
| Asian | 43 | 6% |
| Hispanic | 12 | 2% |
| White | 556 | 76% |
| Unknown | 79 | 11% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 25 | 3% |
| Ages 20-21 | 34 | 5% |
| Ages 22-24 | 94 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 149 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 100 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 92 | 13% |
| Ages 40-49 | 131 | 18% |
| Ages 50-65 | 84 | 11% |
| Age Over 65 | 11 | 1% |
| Age Uknown | 15 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 145 | 51 | 94 |
| Faculty Status | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Primarily Instruction | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 15 | 14 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 59 | 11 | 48 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 37 | - | 37 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,964 (13) | $48,964 (13) | - (-) |
| Professor | $54,658 (2) | $54,658 (2) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $49,576 (7) | $49,576 (7) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,048 (4) | $45,048 (4) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,063 (13) | $40,063 (13) | - (-) |
| Professor | $44,721 (2) | $44,721 (2) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $40,563 (7) | $40,563 (7) | - (-) |
| Assistant Professor | $36,858 (4) | $36,858 (4) | - (-) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 33% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 33% |
| Female | - |
| By Race | |
| White | 33% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
