Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies

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#1

#1 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Martin Luther College
New Ulm, MN

Each year, Martin Luther College grants around 69 degrees to those majoring in Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$53,615

#2

#2 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Trinity College of Florida
Trinity, FL

At Trinity College of Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Counseling Psychology, Organizational Leadership, and Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies. In fact, Trinity College of Florida grants 14 degrees annually to Counseling Psychology majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

790–1,170

Median Starting Salary

$50,708

#3

#3 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

University of Dallas
Irving, TX

At the University of Dallas, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, English Language and Literature, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,120–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$53,179

#4

#4 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

University of Northwestern-St Paul
Saint Paul, MN

Every year, the University of Northwestern-St Paul grants about 54 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,030–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$53,838

#5

#5 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL

Every year, Southeastern University awards around 205 degrees to students majoring in Divinity/Ministry, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Organizational Leadership, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,030–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$50,816

#6

#6 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Kuyper College
Grand Rapids, MI

Each year, Kuyper College grants around 6 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Social Work, Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

940–1,170

Median Starting Salary

$56,282

#7

#7 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Ecclesia College
Springdale, AR

Each year, Ecclesia College grants about 12 degrees to those studying Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#8

#8 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Geneva College
Beaver Falls, PA

At Geneva College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Engineering, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Accounting. In fact, Geneva College grants 28 degrees per year to Engineering, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,220

Median Starting Salary

$51,777

#9

#9 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial 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, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

950–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$53,171

#10

#10 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, WI

At Concordia University-Wisconsin, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Science, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$51,763

#11

#11 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Lee University
Cleveland, TN

Annually, Lee University grants around 73 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,040–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$50,927

#12

#12 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX

At Texas Lutheran University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Median Starting Salary

$53,226

#13

#13 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK

At Oral Roberts University, the most popular majors students pursue are Divinity/Ministry, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, Oral Roberts University awards 42 degrees every year to Divinity/Ministry majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,260

Median Starting Salary

$49,719

#14

#14 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

North Park University
Chicago, IL

Each year, North Park University grants around 94 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$50,327

#15

#15 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 3721 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

960–1,150

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#16

#16 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Concordia University Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI

At Concordia University Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$53,383

#17

#17 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Montreat College
Montreat, NC

Each year, Montreat College awards about 31 degrees to those majoring in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,140

Median Starting Salary

$51,041

#18

#18 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies in the U.S.

Saint John's Seminary
Brighton, MA

At Saint John's Seminary, only one major is offered: Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies. Usually, 7 students are awarded a degree in Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies annually. view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$53,375

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About Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies

Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies programs prepare individuals to enter a seminary or other program leading to religious ordination, or a related religious vocation.

Of the 112 Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, women make up 21% percent and men make up 79% percent of the area of study. Did you know that Minnesota has more students being granted a degree in Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies than any other state? In fact, Minnesota awarded 40 degrees last year! The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies is $34,900.

Popularity of Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some of the highest paying jobs for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies majors include Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary, Clergy . But, another thing to think about is how many job openings there currently is. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies can prepare you for are Clergy, Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies majors.

  1. #1 Clergy

Student Demographics

Total Students
112
Female Students
23 (20%)
Male Students
89 (79%)

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