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#1 #1 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Each year, Moody Bible Institute awards about 97 degrees to students majoring in Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 980–1,180 Median Starting Salary $49,707
#2 #2 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Biola University La Mirada, CA At Biola University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Median Starting Salary $52,036
#3 #3 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Liberty University Lynchburg, VA At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 112 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Median Starting Salary $47,885
#4 #4 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Belhaven University Jackson, MS Each year, Belhaven University grants around 48 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,010–1,200 Median Starting Salary $47,269
#5 #5 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Columbia International University Columbia, SC At Columbia International University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Human Services, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 950–1,210 Median Starting Salary $53,171
#6 #6 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Regent University Virginia Beach, VA Each year, Regent University grants about 120 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Business Administration and Management, General, and Bible/Biblical Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 38% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,250 Median Starting Salary $48,565
#7 #7 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. William Jessup University Rocklin, CA At William Jessup University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,230 Median Starting Salary $51,902
#8 #8 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary New Orleans, LA Every year, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary grants about 76 degrees to those studying Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#9 #9 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,120–1,310 Median Starting Salary $53,882
#10 #10 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 3578 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,030–1,120 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#11 #11 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX Each year, St- Mary's University awards about 35 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 890–1,310 Median Starting Salary $47,278
#12 #12 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. NationsUniversity New Orleans, LA At NationsUniversity, only one major is offered: Religion/Religious Studies. Usually, 12 students receive a degree in Religion/Religious Studies annually. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#13 #13 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Westminster Theological Seminary Glenside, PA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#14 #14 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Covenant Theological Seminary Saint Louis, MO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#15 #15 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Phoenix Seminary Scottsdale, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#16 #16 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Kairos University Sioux Falls, SD At Kairos University, only two majors are offered: Theology/Theological Studies, and Organizational Leadership....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#17 #17 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Nazarene Theological Seminary Kansas City, MO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#18 #18 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Saint Meinrad School of Theology St. Meinrad, IN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#19 #19 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Luther Rice College & Seminary Lithonia, GA At Luther Rice College & Seminary, only two majors are offered: Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,438
#20 #20 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S. Catholic Theological Union at Chicago Chicago, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
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About Bible/Biblical Studies

A program that focuses on the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature, with an emphasis on understanding and interpreting the theological, doctrinal, and ethical messages contained therein. May include preparation for applying these studies in various religious vocations.

Virginia grants the most Postbaccalaureate certificates in Bible/Biblical Studies of all US states with 115 degrees being granted last year. Students interested in Bible/Biblical Studies can expect around 42% percent of their classmates to be women and 58% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a Associates degree. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Bible/Biblical Studies is $36,200.

Popularity of Bible/Biblical Studies Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Some top careers related to Bible/Biblical Studies, include Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary, which have many employment opportunities. Though there are higher paying jobs, like Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary. The most available position for Bible/Biblical Studies majors is Directors, Religious Activities and Education.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Bible/Biblical Studies majors.

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Student Demographics

Total Students

224

Female Students

93 (41%)

Male Students

131 (58%)

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#1 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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$49,707

#2 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#3 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#4 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#5 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#6 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#7 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#9 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#10 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#11 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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#16 Best College for Bible/Biblical Studies in the U.S.

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