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Information Summary
Ranks 5037th for total enrollment
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$10,272 |
|---|---|
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
112 |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
28 : 1 |
Demographics Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Nashville, TN
| Total Population | 35,744 (35,132 urban / 612 rural) |
|---|---|
| Households | 12,997 (2.74 people per house) |
| Families | 9,397 (3.19 people per family) |
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
| Pop. — African American | 25,513 |
| Pop. — Asian | 321 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 25 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 272 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 9,511 |
| Pop. — Other | 710 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Special Focus Institutions — Theological seminaries, Bible colleges, and other faith-related institutions
| Undergraduate | N/A |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | N/A |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate four-year |
| Size & Setting | N/A |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Bachelor's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending American Baptist College?
Ranks 2646th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $4,032 | $4,032 | $4,032 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $240 | $240 | $240 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $168 | $168 | $168 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of attendance — On-Campus | $10,272 | $10,272 | $10,272 |
| Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $18,262 | $18,262 | $18,262 |
| Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $10,672 | $10,672 | $10,672 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,572 |
$3,572 |
$3,572 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $750 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $3,750 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $1,750 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $8,750 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,150 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $5,150 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does American Baptist College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Airforce | |
| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification |
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does American Baptist College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | 30 |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | $1,600 |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $4,050 | 7 | |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,161 | 4 | |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A | |
| Student Loan Aid | N/A | N/A | |
| Any financial aid type | 7 |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at American Baptist College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 76 | 33 | 109 |
Hispanic | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Asian / Pacific Islander | N/A | N/A | N/A |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | N/A | N/A |
White Non-Hispanic | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 77 | 35 | 112 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at American Baptist College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 9 | 27 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Theology/Theological Studies | 27 | 27 | ||||||
| Total | 27 | 27 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $30,785 ($31,092 male / $29,864 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 4 (3 male / 1 female) |
| Total Benefits | $88,348 |
American Baptist College Summary
American Baptist College (also known as American Baptist Theological Seminary or ABTS) is a small, predominantly African American liberal arts college located in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1924, its predecessor was Roger Williams University, a black college begun in the late-19th century and closed in the early 20th century (Its campus is now occupied by Peabody College of Vanderbilt University). In 1971, the school became an accredited four-year undergraduate bible college, and its official name was changed to American Baptist College.
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