Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Wake Forest, North Carolina with 585 undergraduates. It admits 75% of applicants, costs an average of $8,500 a year after grants and graduates 50% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary acceptance rate and admissions
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary admitted 75% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 660, math 460 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $11,764 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $7,314 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,978 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $8,500 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $8,500 a year after grants and scholarships, $16,478 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):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 50% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary majors and what graduates earn
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary awarded bachelor's degrees in 11 fields recently.
All 11 majors at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | 33 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy, Politics, and Economics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General | 0 | 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 Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
20 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 20 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 245 | $55,425 | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 44 | $58,678 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Doctoral | 32 | $118,656 | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 24 | n/a | n/a |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Doctoral | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | Doctoral | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, General | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 585 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 41% women, 59% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary admitted 75% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $11,764. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $8,500 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 660 in reading and writing and 460 to 590 in math, and 21 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary?
50% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
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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.