D
Below Average
Score: 44/100

Payne Theological Seminary

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Wilberforce, Ohio 45384
ℹ️
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
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

149
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
N/A
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A
Room $6,000

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 30 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 22 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Payne 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

149
Total Students
56%
Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Hispanic 1%
Black 96%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 1%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%
Fully Online 62%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Payne 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 Payne Theological Seminary?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Payne Theological Seminary?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Payne Theological Seminary a good school?
Payne Theological Seminary has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (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 (C+): 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 Payne Theological Seminary?
Payne Theological Seminary has a total enrollment of 149 students.

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