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

Martin Luther College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 220 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

49

SAT Score

1,050–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$22,293

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

Trinity College of Florida is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 90 applications every admission...

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

820–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$14,645

Median Starting Salary

$50,708

#3

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

University of Dallas
Irving, TX

the University of Dallas is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,160–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$27,250

Median Starting Salary

$53,179

#4

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

Ecclesia College
Springdale, AR

In general, Ecclesia College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

420–670

Est. Net Price *

$17,497

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#5

#5 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 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

17

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$27,910

Median Starting Salary

$50,816

#6

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

Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Elizabeth City, NC

In general, Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

790–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$22,120

Median Starting Salary

$51,560

#7

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

Lee University
Cleveland, TN

Lee University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$19,726

Median Starting Salary

$50,927

#8

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

University of Northwestern-St Paul
Saint Paul, MN

the University of Northwestern-St Paul is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$25,704

Median Starting Salary

$53,838

#9

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

Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, WI

Concordia University-Wisconsin is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,485

Median Starting Salary

$51,763

#10

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

Columbia International University
Columbia, SC

Columbia International University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

950–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$19,911

Median Starting Salary

$53,171

#11

#11 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 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

#12

#12 Best College for Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 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

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$22,360

Median Starting Salary

$49,719

#13

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

Concordia University Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI

Concordia University Ann Arbor is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$26,353

Median Starting Salary

$53,383

#14

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

Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX

Texas Lutheran University is a non selective school. The institution receives approximately 1,800...

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$21,442

Median Starting Salary

$53,226

#15

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

Tabor College
Hillsboro, KS

Tabor College is a fairly selective school. The institution receives about 1,500 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

920–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$21,080

Median Starting Salary

$51,526

#16

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

The University of Tennessee Southern
Pulaski, TN

The University of Tennessee Southern is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$16,762

Median Starting Salary

$48,372

#17

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

Montreat College
Montreat, NC

Overall, Montreat College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,060–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$25,485

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

Acceptance Rate

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Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$53,375

#19

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

Kuyper College
Grand Rapids, MI

Kuyper College is a somewhat selective school. They receive roughly 40 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

940–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$18,853

Median Starting Salary

$56,282

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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 131 Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, women make up 11% percent and men make up 89% 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 52 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
131
Female Students
15 (11%)
Male Students
116 (88%)

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