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Saint Paul School of Theology

Leawood, Kansas 66224

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Private suburban college in Leawood

Saint Paul School of Theology is a private suburban institution in Leawood, Kansas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

Established
1956
Type
Private seminary

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Acceptance
SAT Avg
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Student:Faculty
Grad Rate
Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Saint Paul School of Theology Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (3)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • 85% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History Saint Paul School of Theology was one of two schools authorized by the 1956 General Conference of the Methodist Church.
  • The seminary was chartered in 1958, and the first group of fifty students began classes in 1959.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City29 mi
STL St Louis230 mi
OKC Oklahoma City291 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1256 mi · ~36h 17m drive
New York, NY1100 mi · ~31h 47m drive
Hartford, CT1171 mi · ~33h 50m drive
Providence, RI1236 mi · ~35h 42m drive
Albany, NY1120 mi · ~32h 21m drive
Syracuse, NY1005 mi · ~29h 2m drive
Rochester, NY934 mi · ~26h 59m drive
Buffalo, NY867 mi · ~25h 3m drive
Philadelphia, PA1040 mi · ~30h 3m drive
Pittsburgh, PA785 mi · ~22h 41m drive
Harrisburg, PA949 mi · ~27h 25m drive
Newark, NJ1091 mi · ~31h 31m drive
Washington, DC945 mi · ~27h 18m drive
Baltimore, MD966 mi · ~27h 54m drive
Atlanta, GA671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Charlotte, NC801 mi · ~23h 8m drive
Raleigh, NC904 mi · ~26h 7m drive
Miami, FL1235 mi · ~35h 41m drive
Orlando, FL1043 mi · ~30h 8m drive
Tampa, FL1030 mi · ~29h 45m drive
Nashville, TN470 mi · ~13h 35m drive
New Orleans, LA669 mi · ~19h 20m drive
Richmond, VA937 mi · ~27h 4m drive
Chicago, IL423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Detroit, MI653 mi · ~18h 52m drive
Minneapolis, MN427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
St. Louis, MO240 mi · ~6h 56m drive
Kansas City, MO16 mi · ~28 min drive
Indianapolis, IN457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Columbus, OH625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Cleveland, OH706 mi · ~20h 24m drive
Milwaukee, WI454 mi · ~13h 7m drive
Dallas, TX439 mi · ~12h 41m drive
Houston, TX632 mi · ~18h 15m drive
Austin, TX621 mi · ~17h 56m drive
San Antonio, TX689 mi · ~19h 54m drive
Los Angeles, CA1349 mi · ~38h 58m drive
San Francisco, CA1502 mi · ~43h 23m drive
San Diego, CA1328 mi · ~38h 22m drive
Seattle, WA1508 mi · ~43h 34m drive
Portland, OR1498 mi · ~43h 17m drive
Denver, CO556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Phoenix, AZ1040 mi · ~30h 3m drive
Salt Lake City, UT923 mi · ~26h 40m drive
Honolulu, HI3890 mi · ~112h 23m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)29 miles
Rental car
44 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
58 min$35-58
St Louis (STL)230 miles
Rental car
345 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
460 min$276-460

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