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Southern California Seminary

El Cajon, California · Private (nonprofit)

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C+Value
N/ACampus
B+Academics
C-Admissions
CStudent Life
B-Overall

About

Southern California Seminary is located in El Cajon, California. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 30 students.

socalsem.edu
Hispanic-Serving

Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$18,720
Out-of-state tuition$18,720
Room & board$15,471
Avg aid package$2,229
Students receiving aid32%
Pell grant recipients32%

Southern California Seminary offers a high-quality biblical education at an affordable tuition, aiming to equip believers without financial barriers. The seminary provides various student scholarships, including general, ministry workers, and sponsored scholarships, to make education more accessible. They also have a church-matching program and planned giving options to support students in achieving their educational goals.

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio9:1
Common AppYes
Application fee$50

Southern California Seminary has an open admission policy, requiring only a certificate of attendance, high school diploma, or GED. The seminary aims to equip Christians from every race, ethnicity, continent, and language group. SCS desires to offer its educational ministry in such a way that it is affordable to groups often bypassed by private Christian education because of financial inability.

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Academics

Student–faculty ratio9:1
Full-time faculty33%

Southern California Seminary blends counseling and psychological research with a foundation in God's Word, offering a faith-based approach to behavioral sciences. The seminary emphasizes teaching from the inerrant Word of God, preparing students academically and spiritually. With a focus on effective ministry, the seminary provides ample opportunities for personalized education in theology, psychology, ministry, missions, and chaplaincy.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$39,607
Earn more than HS grad74%
Loan default (3 yr)10%
Loan repayment (3 yr)55%

Southern California Seminary prepares graduates to serve in diverse ministry and vocational settings, both inside and outside the church. Alumni are serving in various countries worldwide and in the United States, including chaplaincy in the U.S. Armed Forces. The seminary equips students with biblical knowledge, Christian character, and ministry skills to effectively communicate the gospel.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
30Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More maleGender ratio
Female 30%Male 70%
40% WhiteRacial diversity
White 40%Black 27%Hispanic 23%Asian 3%Other 7%
Campus housingYes

Southern California Seminary offers a dynamic campus environment that emphasizes academic rigor and spiritual growth. The campus encourages spiritual reflection and intellectual exploration, featuring study spaces and communal areas. Students can participate in chapel services, mentorship programs, and community service initiatives, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

Student reviews

Campus and vibes

Student

Professors care about the students. The curriculum prepares the students for future success and engages the heart. The campus is extremely secure and the school is affordable. I highly recommend attending SCS.

Student

I was a student for a short period of time. Over ten years ago I was in jail, and as a result found the Lord. I felt a desire to continue to grow and mature through the education the school offers! Basically in the end some felt that because I had a crime on my record I should not be allowed on campus.

About Southern California Seminary

Southern California Seminary provides a secure campus environment. The campus is extremely secure, with 24-hour emergency phone and alarm devices and a round-the-clock security patrol. The seminary also has a non-discrimination policy, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

Southern California Seminary desires to help equip Christians from every race, ethnicity, continent, and language group to serve the living God and His church. The seminary aims to create a multi-cultural, multi-lingual environment in which diverse peoples can flourish in an educational context. SCS Alumni are serving in various countries worldwide.

Endowment$115,851
Avg faculty salary$71,472

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