Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Kansas City, Missouri with 747 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, costs an average of $21,440 a year after grants and graduates 31% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary acceptance rate and admissions
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $10,560 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,730 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $27,780 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,440 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,440 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,340 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 31% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,104 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,666 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 48% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary majors and what graduates earn
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary awarded bachelor's degrees in 11 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from bible/biblical studies ($44,420).
All 11 majors at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 47 | $49,351 | $44,420 | $27,625 |
| Divinity and ministry | 15 | n/a | n/a | $24,750 |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | 13 | $36,544 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 385 | $55,399 | $30,750 |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 62 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Doctoral | 38 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 28 | n/a | $30,750 |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Professional doctorate | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Doctoral | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Professional doctorate | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Professional doctorate | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 747 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 29% women, 71% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,560. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,440 a year in 2024-25.
Is Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary?
31% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,104 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.