Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has a 87% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
87%
Less Selective
Application Volume
368
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
58%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has a 87% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$40
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredStandardized Test Scores
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
How to Apply to SBTS
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. About 37% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 993 to 1,178. Additionally, about 56% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 25.
SAT Scores
37% of students submitted400
1600
993 – 1178
200
800
510 – 610
200
800
483 – 568
ACT Scores
56% of students submitted1
36
20 – 25
1
36
20 – 25
1
36
16 – 24
Admission Statistics
368 students applied to SBTS. Of those, 87% were accepted (321 students). Of these 321 accepted students, 187 chose to enroll.
368
Total Applicants
321
Students Admitted
187
Students Enrolled
87%
Acceptance Rate