Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
One College Park Dr, Saint louis, MO 63141-8698
Missouri Baptist University is an evangelical Christian, liberal arts institution of higher learning whose purpose is to offer programs of study leading to professional certificates, undergraduate degrees, and graduate degrees in an environment of academic excellence from a Biblically based Christian perspective. The University is committed to enriching students’ lives spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, and to preparing students to serve in a global and culturally diverse society.
School Overview: | Missouri Baptist University | |
| County | Saint Louis County, MO | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--General | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private not-for-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 147 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 5,064 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,778 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 3,286 students | 137 students |
| # Undergraduate Students | 3,721 students | 1,507 students |
| # Graduate Students | 1,343 students | 129 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | 1% |
| % Asian | - | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 3% |
| % Black | 6% | 6% |
| % White | 91% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | - | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $20,764 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $20,764 | $24,744 |
| Tuition | $16,170 | |
| Percent Admitted | 58% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 400-500 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 430-620 | 460-573 |
| ACT English (25-75%) | 18-24 | 19-25 |
| ACT Math (25-75%) | 17-23 | 18-25 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 19-23 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- Missouri Baptist University is a premier Christian university in Saint Louis, offering graduate and undergraduate studies in over forty specialized fields and nine degrees. MBU's education and fine arts programs are nationally known in addition to business, religion, sport management, and more. MBU is currently one of the fastest growing higher education institutions in Missouri with an enrollment of more than 4,500 students at six locations in the greater Saint Louis area.
- The University seeks to prepare students who are motivated by ideals of service for effective performance in careers which are appropriate to the Christian commitment of MBU. The University is open to all qualified students, regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, age, or qualified disability.
- MBU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, www.ncacihe.org, (312) 263-0456.
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