D
Below Average
Score: 42/100

Shepherds Theological Seminary

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Cary, North Carolina 27518
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

192
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
N/A
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Shepherds Theological Seminary Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $745,687
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,577/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27605 (3.3% cap, Raleigh)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Theology/Theological Studies 50 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Shepherds Theological Seminary's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 27,300 jobs
Clergy
$61k/yr 262,000 jobs

Student Demographics

192
Total Students
14%
Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 5%
Black 4%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 43%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Shepherds Theological Seminary?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Shepherds Theological Seminary?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Shepherds Theological Seminary?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Shepherds Theological Seminary a good school?
Shepherds Theological Seminary has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Shepherds Theological Seminary?
Shepherds Theological Seminary has a total enrollment of 192 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology