Consumer, Equity Compliance & Title IX Information
In compliance with federal regulations set forth under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, below is a summary of consumer information that must be made available to all students at Saint Paul. Each topic provides a brief description of the information that must be disclosed and provides access to the information.
Accreditation
Saint Paul is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, has specialized accreditation from the Association of Theological Schools, is approved by the Kansas Board of Regents and Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and is affiliated with The United Methodist Church.
For additional information about Saint Paul’s accreditations and approvals, please visit the Accreditation page.
Academic Programs
Saint Paul offers the following degree and certificate programs at both of its campus locations:
- Doctor of Ministry
- Master of Divinity
- Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
- Master of Arts (Theological Studies)
Please click these links for more information on our master’s degrees and Doctor of Ministry program.
Saint Paul also offers a Course of Study School through the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry of The United Methodist Church.
Description of Written Arrangements
Saint Paul has written agreements with the following organizations that establish collaborations, partnerships, and/or business arrangements between the institutions:
- Avila University – Kansas City, MO: Library services
- Kansas Wesleyan University – Salina, KS: 3+3 Master of Divinity degree program
- Oklahoma City University – Oklahoma City, OK: 3+3 Master of Divinity degree program; branch campus location rental; student housing; library and other student services
- United Methodist Church of the Resurrection – Leawood, KS: Main campus location rental; IT services
Transfer of Credit Policies
Saint Paul has established transfer credit policies, which are published in the Community Handbook. These policies discuss the assessment of courses for transfer credit for both degree-seeking and non-degree students. For questions or more information, please visit the Registrar’s page.
Faculty and Instructional Personnel
Saint Paul employs 8 full-time faculty (2 of which also maintain significant staff responsibilities), two emeritus faculty, and approximately 20-30 adjunct faculty. For more information on our full-time and emeritus faculty, please visit the Faculty page.
Physical Facilities
Saint Paul is one seminary in two locations. Saint Paul's Kansas Campus with administrative offices and classrooms shares space with United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS, and archive access to Avila University in Kansas City, MO.
Saint Paul's Oklahoma Campus is housed within the OCU campus grounds, where students have access to a plethora of university resources.
Housing and Accommodations
Although Saint Paul does not own or lease any on-campus housing facilities, there are several options available to commuter and residential students near both campus locations. For more information on these options, please visit the Housing & Accommodations page.
Student Body Diversity
As part of the institutional mission, Saint Paul is committed to the diversity and inclusivity of its community. The following diversity report gives a brief review of the age, gender, ethnicity, and religious denomination demographics of our entire student body during the stated academic year, as well as the newly admitted students/cohort for the year.
FERPA Information
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law regarding the privacy of student records and the obligations of the institution, primarily in the areas of release of records and the access provided to these records. FERPA ensures that student rights and privacy are protected.
“Education records” that fall under this policy include such things as graded papers, exams, transcripts, notes from a conversation with or about a student that are placed in a student’s file for others in the department to reference.
The following are FERPA-related services offered by the Office of the Registrar:
- Verification of enrollment
- Transcript transmission
- Degree completion assessment
Saint Paul School of Theology enforces FERPA regulations across the community (faculty, staff, students, visitors, etc.); these efforts are monitored by the Registrar’s office. For more detailed information on FERPA regulations, please click here.
Accessibility Accommodations
Saint Paul School of Theology policies and procedures ensure the full participation of persons with disabilities in the life of Saint Paul. No otherwise qualified person shall be subject to discrimination in employment due to any disability, and otherwise qualified students with documented disabilities will be afforded an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from all education programs and activities at Saint Paul.
To read the institution’s full accessibility accommodations policy, as described in the Community Handbook, please click here. For more information, including contact information for the Associate Deans of Students on each campus and procedures for how to request an accommodation, please visit the Student Services page.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program (DAAPP)
Saint Paul School of Theology is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all persons by creating an alcohol- and drug-free campus. We encourage students and employees to pursue spiritual, physical, and emotional health. Saint Paul’s Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program is intended not only to meet the federal requirements of the Drug-Free School and Communities Act Amendment of 1989 but also make all members of the Saint Paul community aware of Saint Paul’s expectations in regard to alcohol and drugs, encourage abstinence, and assist anyone struggling with these harmful substances.
A review of Saint Paul’s DAAPP will be conducted every two years and will be used to revise and improve the program’s materials and the institution’s polices and procedures. The most recent review report may be found here: 2020 DAAPP Biennial Review Report.
Complaints of Discrimination or Sexual Harassment
In compliance with federal regulations and in support of the institution’s commitment to a safe learning/working environment, the Equity Compliance Office was established to investigate and monitor complaints of discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, or any other protected status.
Any member of the Saint Paul community who would like to file a complaint of discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment may do so in the following ways:
- Complete and mail/email/deliver the Discrimination/Harassment/Sexual Harassment Formal Complaint Form
- Contact the Equity Compliance Office directly
Richard Liantonio
Equity Compliance Officer & Title IX Coordinator
13720 Roe Ave, Bldg C
Leawood, KS 66224
913-253-5036 |
Copyright Information
Saint Paul strictly prohibits copyright infringement. The unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, including unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing, may be subject to civil and criminal liabilities. To read the institution’s full policy on copyright infringement, as described in the Community Handbook, please click here.
Textbook Information
Information regarding required and recommended textbooks for all Saint Paul courses may be found by clicking on the Booklists and Advanced Assignments tab of the Registrar’s page. Information provided includes book title, author(s), number of pages assigned, publisher/date, ISBN, and list price. SPST utilizes Cokesbury’s online bookstore services and encourages students to participate in e-book, textbook rental, and textbook buy-back programs (when possible) to help reduce the cost.
Student Body Diversity
As part of the institutional mission, Saint Paul is committed to the diversity and inclusivity of its community. The following diversity report gives a brief review of the age, gender, ethnicity, and religious denomination demographics of our entire student body during the stated academic year, as well as the newly admitted students/cohort for the year.
- 2014-2015 Student Body Diversity Report
- 2016-2017 Student Body Diversity Report
- 2017-2018 Student Body Diversity Report
Constitution and Citizenship Day
In accordance with U.S. Department of Education regulations, the Saint Paul community celebrated this year’s Constitution and Citizenship Day on September 19, 2016. Students, faculty, and staff were invited to wear their red, white, and blue and join in a time of fellowship … and cake! This event also happened to fall on the first day of our comprehensive evaluation visit with the Higher Learning Commission, so accreditors were able to celebrate with us, too. (Click on each picture to see a larger version.)
Voter Registration
As an institution of higher learning, we strongly encourage our students, faculty, and staff to participating in the voting process. More detailed information will be distributed to the Saint Paul community as major elections draw near. In the meantime, please click on the applicable link below and register to vote in your state:
Financial Services Policies and Information
Please click on the links below for more detailed information regarding Saint Paul’s financial services. This information can also be found in the Community Handbook and by visiting the Financial Aid and Tuition & Fees pages of our website.
- Financial Assistance Available
- Applying For Financial Aid
- Consumer Information-Rights & Responsibilities
- Withdrawal Procedures, Refunds, & Return of Financial Aid
Study Abroad FSA Policy
Saint Paul does not offer a study abroad program. Therefore, federal student aid is not available for such a program.
Contact Information
For more information about your financial aid award, please contact our Financial Services, .
To inquire about your tuition balance, please contact our Student Accounts Office at 913-253-5051.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Saint Paul School of Theology is committed to providing equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This applies in all areas of the Seminary, including all educational programs, experiences, activities, and opportunities.
Complaints of Discrimination
In compliance with federal regulations and in support of the institution’s commitment to a safe learning/working environment, the Equity Compliance Office was established to investigate and monitor complaints of discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, or any other protected status.
Any member of the Saint Paul community who would like to file a complaint of discrimination may do so in the following ways:
- Complete and mail/email/deliver the Discrimination/Harassment/Sexual Harassment Formal Complaint Form
- Contact the Equity Compliance Office directly
Equity Compliance Office
Richard Liantonio, Ph.D.
Equity Compliance Officer & Title IX Coordinator
13720 Roe Ave, Bldg C
Leawood, KS 66224
913-253-5036 |
Annual Safety and Security Report
Saint Paul School of Theology publishes and distributes an annual campus security report to students, faculty, and staff by October 1st each year. The information contained in the report includes current policies and procedures, as well as statistical data obtained through collaborations among the Campus Security Authorities and local law enforcement offices in Leawood and Overland Park, Kansas and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
The reports on the Campus Safety and Security page provide you with the latest crime statistics on campus, as well as Saint Paul’s policies for ensuring a safe and secure learning environment. For more information and to review the reports, please visit the Campus Safety and Security page.
Contact Information
To request a printed copy of these reports or to report a campus emergency, please contact the Campus Security Authority (CSA):
Rev. Dr. Margaretta Narcisse, Associate Dean of Student Affairs/CSA
913-253-5097 |
Complaints of Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Harassment
In compliance with federal regulations and in support of the institution’s commitment to a safe learning/working environment, the Equity Compliance Office was established to investigate and monitor complaints of discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, or any other protected status.
Any member of the Saint Paul community who would like to file a complaint of discrimination or harassment may do so in the following ways:
- Complete and mail/email/deliver the Discrimination/Harassment/Sexual Harassment Formal Complaint Form
- Contact the Equity Compliance Office directly:
Richard Liantonio, Ph.D.
Equity Compliance Officer & Title IX Coordinator
13720 Roe Ave, Bldg C
Leawood, KS 66224
913-253-5036 |
Contact Information
For more information on Saint Paul School of Theology, financial assistance, graduation and completion rates, security policies, and crime statistics, please contact one of the following Saint Paul staff members:
- Rev. Dr. Margaretta Narcisse, Associate Dean of Student Affairs/CSA – , (913) 253-5097
- Financial Aid – , (913) 253-5050
- Registrar - , (913) 253-5050
For more information on Equity Compliance and Title IX:
Richard Liantonio, Ph.D.
Equity Compliance Officer & Title IX Coordinator
13720 Roe Ave, Bldg C
Leawood, KS 66224
913-253-5036 |