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Luther Rice College & Seminary

Lithonia, GA·Private nonprofit·195 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; freshman retention is below 65%. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.

34%
Accept
195
Students
$3,935
Net Price
0%
Grad Rate
$45,400
Earnings
10 yr
$16,094
Debt

About This School

Luther Rice College & Seminary is a private nonprofit institution located in Lithonia, Georgia with approximately 195 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 34% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $3,935 per year. The graduation rate is 0%, and the typical graduate earns $45,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Luther Rice College & Seminary is a private Baptist college and seminary in Lithonia, Georgia. Through the college and seminary, the institution offers GA state-funded dual enrollment, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in biblical studies, business, psychology, pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, apologetics, leadership, theology, and Christian scripture. The school is recognized as being theologically conservative.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the remarkably low net price of $3,935/year makes this one of the most affordable seminary options around, and the modest $16,094 median debt is a genuine plus. However, a 0% reported graduation rate and a 60% freshman retention rate are serious red flags that suggest many students don't finish — which matters a lot when weighing that low sticker price. Worth considering only if you've spoken directly with current students and have a clear plan for completing your degree, as the data raises real questions about academic momentum and institutional support.

Founded
1962
Setting
Large suburb

Notable Alumni

Jody Hice

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,538
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,538
Avg Net Price
$3,935
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants50%
Median debt at graduation$16,094

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
0%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
60%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,094
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,094
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$41,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White49%
Black44%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (195 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Luther Rice College & Seminary

3038 Evans Mill Road

Lithonia, GA 30038-9869

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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