Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Admission
Application Fee
$40
Graduate Application Fee
$40
Acceptance Rate
76.61%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
81.05%
Freshmen Enrollment
33
SAT Scores
1,090
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 60 students have applied and 48 students have allowed to admit to Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (Acceptance rate: 80.00%). SEBTS's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 68.75 % where 33 students have finally enrolled out of 48 admitted students.
SEBTS acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in North Carolina. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Campbell University and Elon University, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 81.47%).
SEBTS enrollment rate (yield) is higher (more admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in North Carolina. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 11.99%).
How to Apply to Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply SEBTS. SEBTS offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | www.sebts.edu/admissions-and-aid/default.aspx |
|---|---|
| Online Application | www.sebts.edu/admissions-and-aid/application-process/default.aspx |
| Financial Aid | www.sebts.edu/admissions-and-aid/student-resources/default.aspx |
| Net Price Calculator | www.collegeatsoutheastern.com/admissions/cost-estimator.aspx |
| Veterans Tuition | www.sebts.edu/admissions-and-aid/student-resources/militaryaffairs/military-rate.aspx |
| Disability Service | www.sebts.edu/community-life/disability-services.aspx |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at SEBTS and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is 1,090 and the average ACT score is 21. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,105). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary | 1,090 | 21 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,105 | 22 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in North Carolina | 1,054 | 60 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, 16 students submitted SAT scores (48% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,090 and it is around average than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in North Carolina. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 550 | 590 | 670 |
| Mathematics | 430 | 540 | 590 |
| Total | 980 | 1,130 | 1,260 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, 15 students submitted ACT scores (45% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 21 and it is lower than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in North Carolina. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 19 | 21 | 23 |
| English | 17 | 23 | 23 |
| Mathematics | 16 | 18 | 22 |
SEBTS Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The school requires 5 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
2 items are Considered if submitted - Admission test scores, and Personal statement or essay.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Not Considered |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Required |