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#1 #1 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,110–1,360 Est. Net Price * $20,997 Median Starting Salary $49,067
#2 #2 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Generally, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,415 Median Starting Salary $51,728
#3 #3 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. University of Mobile Mobile, AL Overall, the University of Mobile is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Est. Net Price * $22,260 Median Starting Salary $49,867
#4 #4 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Southeastern University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 2,180 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,910 Median Starting Salary $50,816
#5 #5 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Overall, Moody Bible Institute is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $21,368 Median Starting Salary $49,707
#6 #6 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Liberty University Lynchburg, VA Generally, Liberty University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 61 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Est. Net Price * $29,913 Median Starting Salary $47,885
#7 #7 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 940–1,160 Est. Net Price * $14,845 Median Starting Salary $52,555
#8 #8 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA the University of Valley Forge is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 840–1,100 Est. Net Price * $25,825 Median Starting Salary $51,250
#9 #9 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Johnson University Florida Kissimmee, FL Overall, Johnson University Florida is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 870–1,040 Est. Net Price * $20,191 Median Starting Salary $53,385
#10 #10 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Judson University Elgin, IL Judson University is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 1,200 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 910–1,170 Est. Net Price * $19,268 Median Starting Salary $51,007
#11 #11 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Urshan College Wentzville, MO Urshan College is a non selective school. The institution receives approximately 70 applications every... Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 940–1,090 Est. Net Price * $9,467 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#12 #12 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Northwest University Kirkland, WA Northwest University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,070–1,330 Est. Net Price * $23,722 Median Starting Salary $50,426
#13 #13 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Generally, Ouachita Baptist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,080–1,300 Est. Net Price * $21,677 Median Starting Salary $51,948
#14 #14 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Generally, Blue Mountain Christian University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 980–1,240 Est. Net Price * $15,305 Median Starting Salary $50,513
#15 #15 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH Franciscan University of Steubenville is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $25,310 Median Starting Salary $56,384
#16 #16 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Life Pacific University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $22,395 Median Starting Salary $51,346
#17 #17 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Union University Jackson, TN Union University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,140–1,370 Est. Net Price * $28,585 Median Starting Salary $47,260
#18 #18 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL Trinity Baptist College is a highly selective school. They receive roughly 400 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 910–1,090 Est. Net Price * $19,217 Median Starting Salary $50,642
#19 #19 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. North Central University Minneapolis, MN North Central University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $23,374 Median Starting Salary $53,236
#20 #20 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. St Olaf College Northfield, MN St Olaf College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,310–1,470 Est. Net Price * $26,171 Median Starting Salary $54,484
#21 #21 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Brewton-Parker College Mount Vernon, GA In general, Brewton-Parker College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 920–1,060 Est. Net Price * $21,874 Median Starting Salary $50,968
#22 #22 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Lee University Cleveland, TN Lee University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,010–1,270 Est. Net Price * $19,726 Median Starting Salary $50,927
#23 #23 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX Texas Christian University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $44,190 Median Starting Salary $51,841
#24 #24 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Baylor University Waco, TX In general, Baylor University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,270–1,440 Est. Net Price * $45,988 Median Starting Salary $52,525
#25 #25 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Kentucky Christian University Grayson, KY In general, Kentucky Christian University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 890–1,040 Est. Net Price * $22,682 Median Starting Salary $51,222
#26 #26 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Biola University La Mirada, CA In general, Biola University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,120–1,370 Est. Net Price * $31,522 Median Starting Salary $52,036
#27 #27 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Charleston Southern University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 960–1,160 Est. Net Price * $17,536 Median Starting Salary $49,404
#28 #28 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Samford University Birmingham, AL Samford University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,130–1,320 Est. Net Price * $31,803 Median Starting Salary $55,431
#29 #29 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Southwestern Assemblies of God University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $19,217 Median Starting Salary $50,559
#30 #30 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Anderson University Anderson, IN Anderson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,459 Median Starting Salary $52,901
#31 #31 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Oral Roberts University is a somewhat selective school. They receive approximately 4,000 applications each... Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,360 Median Starting Salary $49,719
#32 #32 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. North Greenville University Tigerville, SC Overall, North Greenville University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $11,705 Median Starting Salary $51,110
#33 #33 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Crown College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $25,504 Median Starting Salary $52,927
#34 #34 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Generally, Trevecca Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $16,080 Median Starting Salary $49,062
#35 #35 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ Generally, Rider University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $26,388 Median Starting Salary $53,594
#36 #36 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Asbury University Wilmore, KY Overall, Asbury University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,080–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,506 Median Starting Salary $53,283
#37 #37 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Overall, Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,755 Median Starting Salary $48,636
#38 #38 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Johnson University Knoxville, TN Johnson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $21,012 Median Starting Salary $51,966
#39 #39 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Generally, the College of the Ozarks is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $12,611 Median Starting Salary $48,474
#40 #40 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Columbia International University Columbia, SC Columbia International University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 950–1,210 Est. Net Price * $19,911 Median Starting Salary $53,171
#41 #41 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Overall, Ohio Christian University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $20,490 Median Starting Salary $47,069
#42 #42 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Hope International University Fullerton, CA Hope International University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 32% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,000–1,180 Est. Net Price * $26,146 Median Starting Salary $50,545
#43 #43 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Mississippi College Clinton, MS Mississippi College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $20,874 Median Starting Salary $48,293
#44 #44 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Oakland City University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 870–1,150 Est. Net Price * $17,103 Median Starting Salary $50,869
#45 #45 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Generally, Colorado Christian University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,313 Median Starting Salary $48,559
#46 #46 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Generally, Olivet Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,059 Median Starting Salary $52,796
#47 #47 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $24,828 Median Starting Salary $49,764
#48 #48 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Concordia University-Nebraska is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,220 Est. Net Price * $23,067 Median Starting Salary $56,392
#49 #49 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Malone University Canton, OH Malone University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 1,400 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,571 Median Starting Salary $52,165
#50 #50 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Bushnell University Eugene, OR Bushnell University is a fairly selective school. The school receives approximately 550 applications... Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,030–1,080 Est. Net Price * $23,787 Median Starting Salary $51,106
#51 #51 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI In general, Spring Arbor University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,160 Est. Net Price * $22,375 Median Starting Salary $51,365
#52 #52 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD In general, the University of Sioux Falls is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,957 Median Starting Salary $53,068
#53 #53 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Overall, Cairn University-Langhorne is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $25,923 Median Starting Salary $51,633
#54 #54 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK In general, Oklahoma Baptist University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $24,672 Median Starting Salary $51,451
#55 #55 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA Vanguard University of Southern California is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $24,279 Median Starting Salary $51,120
#56 #56 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Overall, Southwest Baptist University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $18,926 Median Starting Salary $48,951
#57 #57 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX East Texas Baptist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,120 Est. Net Price * $24,169 Median Starting Salary $52,119
#58 #58 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Missouri Baptist University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,240 Est. Net Price * $25,590 Median Starting Salary $50,557
#59 #59 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Pfeiffer University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 1,300 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 800–1,080 Est. Net Price * $21,575 Median Starting Salary $50,418
#60 #60 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Warner University Lake Wales, FL Warner University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 880–1,080 Est. Net Price * $20,431 Median Starting Salary $49,551
#61 #61 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. International Baptist College and Seminary Chandler, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $18,169 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#62 #62 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Boise Bible College Boise, ID Boise Bible College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 810–1,110 Est. Net Price * $18,198 Median Starting Salary $52,462
#63 #63 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Ascent College Hampton, VA Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,879
#64 #64 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Union Bible College Westfield, IN Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,783 Median Starting Salary $53,411
#65 #65 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Oak Hills Christian College Bemidji, MN Oak Hills Christian College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,070 Est. Net Price * $20,744 Median Starting Salary $50,793
#66 #66 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Manna University Fayetteville, NC Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,849 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#67 #67 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. Gods Bible School and College Cincinnati, OH Gods Bible School and College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 960–1,170 Est. Net Price * $9,478 Median Starting Salary $50,423
#68 #68 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary New Orleans, LA Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,898 Median Starting Salary $50,472
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About Religious/Sacred Music

A program that focuses on the history, theory, composition, and performance of music for religious or sacred purposes, and that prepares individuals for religious musical vocations such as choir directors, cantors, organists, and chanters.

While Religious/Sacred Music offers degrees up to the Post masters certificate, most students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students major in Religious/Sacred Music all over the country, though the major at the Bachelors degree level has the most graduates in Virginia. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Religious/Sacred Music is $34,880.

Popularity of Religious/Sacred Music Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Some top careers related to Religious/Sacred Music, include Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary, which are in high demand. Yet there are careers that pay more, like Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary. The most available position for Religious/Sacred Music majors is Music Directors and Composers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Religious/Sacred Music majors.

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These are the careers in highest demand for Religious/Sacred Music majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

236

Female Students

121 (51%)

Male Students

115 (48%)

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Religious/Sacred Music

#1 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

57%

8

1,110–1,360

$20,997

$49,067

#2 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

97%

8

1,020–1,220

$21,415

$51,728

#3 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

84%

7

1,080–1,280

$22,260

$49,867

#4 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

61%

18

1,010–1,210

$27,910

$50,816

#5 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

94%

9

980–1,180

$21,368

$49,707

#6 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

99%

61

1,060–1,290

$29,913

$47,885

#7 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

52%

2

940–1,160

$14,845

$52,555

#8 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

82%

3

840–1,100

$25,825

$51,250

#9 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

79%

3

870–1,040

$20,191

$53,385

#10 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

58%

5

910–1,170

$19,268

$51,007

#11 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

85%

1

940–1,090

$9,467

$50,472

#12 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

94%

3

1,070–1,330

$23,722

$50,426

#13 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.

72%

4

1,080–1,300

$21,677

$51,948

#14 Best College for Religious/Sacred Music in the U.S.