Luther Rice University

3038 Evans Mill Rd, Lithonia, GA 30038

http://www.lru.edu/

Williams Hall on campus of LRU
Williams Hall on campus of LRU
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School Description

Provided by Luther Rice University

To provide theological education for Christian ministers and leaders around the world with an end to granting undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Luther Rice University

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Luther Rice Seminary & University (www.LRU.edu) is a private Christian college and seminary in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. The school was founded in 1962 by Robert Gee Witty in Jacksonville, Florida. It has an enrollment of about 1,600 students. Through the university and seminary the institution offers bachelor, master's, and doctoral degrees in leadership, counseling, apologetics, Christian worldview, Christian studies, and Christian ministry.

Luther Rice is widely known for its online course delivery and online degree programs. It is also known for its high-profile graduates (e.g., Charles Stanley, Jerry Vines, and other well-known evangelical preachers, such as Larry Lewis, a former president of Hannibal-LaGrange College in Hannibal, Missouri). LRU specializes in external and distance education. LRU is listed under "The Best Alternative Programs/Nontraditional Education" in the Comprehensive Guide to the Best Colleges and Universities in the United States, published by the American Council for University Planning and Academic Excellence (ACUPAE).

History

Robert Gee Witty and five other pastors founded Luther Rice Seminary in 1962 in Jacksonville, Florida. The school was founded to meet the needs of pastors and Christian leaders who could not quit their jobs and uproot their families to go away to seminary. From the beginning Luther Rice Seminary focused on distance education and external Christian education. Luther Rice now delivers quality distance education through online studies. Most degrees are available completely through online studies.

The State of Florida granted the school's charter on June 14, 1962. Dr. Witty was elected President of the college in 1970, a position he held until 1982, when he retired to become Chancellor. In May 1993, Dr. James Flanagan became president of Luther Rice Seminary. He holds an earned doctorate (Ph.D.) from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Baptist
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
421
On Campus Housing:
Unavailable
Full Time Students:
61%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 3,196
Students Receiving Aid:
38%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 50
Selectivity:
Open Admissions
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Degree Programs at Luther Rice University

Bachelor's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • Bible/Biblical Studies
        Biblical Studies is a four, six, or eight year program studying the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature. These programs are designed for those desiring an in-depth theological study of these ancient scriptures. Often, these programs prepare students for vocations as religious leaders, teachers, etc.
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Master's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • Bible/Biblical Studies
        Biblical Studies is a four, six, or eight year program studying the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature. These programs are designed for those desiring an in-depth theological study of these ancient scriptures. Often, these programs prepare students for vocations as religious leaders, teachers, etc.
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      • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
        A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.
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      • Religious Education
        A program that focuses on the theory and practice of providing educational services to members of faith communities, within the context of a particular religion, and that prepares individuals to serve as religious educators. Includes instruction in planning and teaching lessons; organizing and supervising instructional activities; designing and developing instructional materials; and administering religious education programs and facilities.
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      • Theological and Ministerial Studies
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 61%
Part-Time 39%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 49%
African-American 31%
Asian 14%
Other 5%
Hispanic 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 72%
Out-of-State 28%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Georgia 72%
South Carolina 5%
Florida 3%
North Carolina 3%
Texas 3%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: No
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 3,196    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 4,128    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 100    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,362 35%  
Student Loans:
$ 5,641 27%  
Any Aid:
  38%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 100% (Open Admissions)

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 50.00

Photos

  • Williams Hall on campus of LRU
    Williams Hall on campus of LRU [source]
  • Graduation day
    Graduation day [source]
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Luther Rice University
Lithonia, GA 30038
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