Starr King School for the Ministry

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#8249 / #2176
Global Influence / U.S. Influence
Unitarian Universalist Seminary

Starr King School for the Ministry at a Glance

U.S. influence rank
#2176
Students (2023–24)
84

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About Starr King School for the Ministry

According to Wikipedia, Starr King School for the Ministry is a Unitarian Universalist seminary in Oakland, California. The seminary was formed in 1904 to educate leaders for the growing number of progressive religious communities in the western part of the US. The school emphasizes the practical skills of religious leadership. Today, it educates Unitarian Universalist ministers, religious educators, and spiritual activists, as well as progressive religious leaders from a variety of traditions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, earth-centered traditions, and others.

How Much Does Starr King School for the Ministry Cost To Attend?

Source: U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and NCES); tuition and fees for 2025–26; net price for 2024–25, for first-time, full-time students receiving financial aid.

Starr King School for the Ministry's Demographics

Students enrolled at any time during the 2023–24 school year, including part-time and online students.

Student BodyGraduates
8484

Source: National Center for Education Statistics; 12-month enrollment for 2023–24.

Where is Starr King School for the Ministry?

Starr King School for the Ministry is located at 414 13th St., Suite 700, Oakland, CA 94612.

How Safe is Starr King School for the Ministry?

Oakland has a violent crime rate of 1.93% and a property (including theft) crime rate of 7.26%. Sources: city: FBI Crime Data Explorer, offenses reported to the city police in 2024.

What Is Starr King School for the Ministry Known For?

Starr King School for the Ministry is known for its academic work in the following disciplines:

Who Are Starr King School for the Ministry's Most Influential Alumni?

Adrian Melott
An American physicist.
Peter Morales
An American clergyman.