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#1 #1 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA At Life Pacific University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Life Pacific University awards 23 degrees annually to graduating Pastoral Studies/Counseling students....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 930–1,110 Median Starting Salary $51,346
#2 #2 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. The King's University Southlake, TX At The King's University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Theology and Religious Vocations, Other, and Theology/Theological Studies. In fact, The King's University grants 14 degrees per year to Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 870–1,130 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#3 #3 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Each year, Ozark Christian College grants around 50 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Youth Ministry, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 990–1,190 Median Starting Salary $52,021
#4 #4 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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 30 SAT Score 980–1,180 Median Starting Salary $49,707
#5 #5 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Lee University Cleveland, TN Annually, Lee University grants around 54 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Median Starting Salary $50,927
#6 #6 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA At The Master's University and Seminary, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Theology/Theological Studies, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,020–1,260 Median Starting Salary $52,882
#7 #7 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Taylor University Upland, IN Each year, Taylor University awards about 40 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,110–1,360 Median Starting Salary $54,017
#8 #8 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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 23 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Median Starting Salary $47,885
#9 #9 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Calvary University Kansas City, MO At Calvary University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 950–1,180 Median Starting Salary $49,313
#10 #10 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Every year, Maranatha Baptist University awards around 19 degrees to those studying Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,020–1,300 Median Starting Salary $51,275
#11 #11 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA At the University of Valley Forge, the most popular majors students pursue are Divinity/Ministry, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, the University of Valley Forge grants 15 degrees every year to graduating Divinity/Ministry students....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 840–1,100 Median Starting Salary $51,250
#12 #12 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK At Oral Roberts University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Divinity/Ministry, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Oral Roberts University awards 60 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,120–1,310 Median Starting Salary $49,719
#13 #13 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Pacific Rim Christian University Honolulu, HI At Pacific Rim Christian University, only three majors are offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Visual and Performing Arts, Other, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#14 #14 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Mission University Springfield, MO At Mission University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $52,993
#15 #15 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN At Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Social Work. In fact, Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion awards 88 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 970–1,210 Median Starting Salary $48,636
#16 #16 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX At Arlington Baptist University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, and General Studies. In fact, Arlington Baptist University awards 16 degrees per year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $53,430
#17 #17 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Johnson University Knoxville, TN Every year, Johnson University awards around 41 degrees to students studying Divinity/Ministry, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 970–1,170 Median Starting Salary $51,966
#18 #18 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. North Central University Minneapolis, MN Each year, North Central University grants about 22 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,180 Median Starting Salary $53,236
#19 #19 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO At Spurgeon College, the most popular majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Divinity/Ministry, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. In fact, Spurgeon College awards 47 degrees per year to Bible/Biblical Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,040–1,190 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#20 #20 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Annually, Loyola University Chicago grants around 322 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,220–1,390 Median Starting Salary $50,401
#21 #21 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA At Vanguard University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 990–1,210 Median Starting Salary $51,120
#22 #22 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Emmanuel University Franklin Springs, GA Each year, Emmanuel University grants around 38 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,170 Median Starting Salary $52,147
#23 #23 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Marian University Indianapolis, IN Every year, Marian University awards about 282 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,200 Median Starting Salary $50,172
#24 #24 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Walla Walla University College Place, WA Every year, Walla Walla University awards about 48 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,250 Median Starting Salary $52,581
#25 #25 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Every year, Spring Arbor University grants around 48 degrees to those majoring in Social Work, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Nursing Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, and Operations Management and Supervision....view more Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $51,365
#26 #26 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Bushnell University Eugene, OR At Bushnell University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General. In fact, Bushnell University awards 44 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,040 Median Starting Salary $51,106
#27 #27 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Every year, the University of the Incarnate Word awards about 159 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 910–1,150 Median Starting Salary $48,924
#28 #28 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Every year, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor awards about 135 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 980–1,220 Median Starting Salary $50,903
#29 #29 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Annually, Crown College awards about 21 degrees to those studying Religious Education, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Psychology, General, Communication, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 23% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,150 Median Starting Salary $52,927
#30 #30 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Every year, Central Christian College of the Bible grants about 11 degrees to students majoring in Theology and Religious Vocations, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 890–1,070 Median Starting Salary $51,169
#31 #31 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Every year, Southern Nazarene University grants about 76 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Organizational Behavior Studies, English/Language Arts Teacher Education, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,493
#32 #32 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Annually, Oklahoma Baptist University grants around 40 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,080 Median Starting Salary $51,451
#33 #33 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX At Dallas Christian College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Bible/Biblical Studies. In fact, Dallas Christian College grants 15 degrees every year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 22% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 810–1,070 Median Starting Salary $51,757
#34 #34 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX At East Texas Baptist University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,120 Median Starting Salary $52,119
#35 #35 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Welch College Gallatin, TN At Welch College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Physical Fitness Technician. In fact, Welch College grants 9 degrees per year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $52,125
#36 #36 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Southwestern College Winfield, KS Annually, Southwestern College awards about 46 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,120 Median Starting Salary $49,194
#37 #37 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Randall University Moore, OK Every year, Randall University grants about 17 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Religious Education, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 890–1,040 Median Starting Salary $50,539
#38 #38 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. World Mission University Los Angeles, CA At World Mission University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Social Work, and Nursing Science. In fact, World Mission University grants 18 degrees annually to graduating Pastoral Studies/Counseling students....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#39 #39 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Universidad Teologica del Caribe Trujillo Alto, PR Every year, Universidad Teologica del Caribe grants about 11 degrees to students majoring in Pastoral Studies/Counseling, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Religious Education, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Religious/Sacred Music....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#40 #40 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Grace Mission University Fullerton, CA At Grace Mission University, only two majors are offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $48,865
#41 #41 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa Rio Piedras, PR At Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa, only two majors are offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $47,232
#42 #42 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Redeemers University North America Greenville, TX At Redeemers University North America, only one major is offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#43 #43 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Family of Faith Christian University Shawnee, OK At Family of Faith Christian University, only two majors are offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling, and Organizational Leadership....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 650–730 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#44 #44 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Epic Bible College & Graduate School Sacramento, CA At Epic Bible College & Graduate School, only one major is offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#45 #45 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Manna University Fayetteville, NC Every year, Manna University grants about 13 degrees to those majoring in Divinity/Ministry, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Organizational Leadership, and Religious/Sacred Music....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#46 #46 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Union Bible College Westfield, IN At Union Bible College, the most popular majors students pursue are Theology and Religious Vocations, Other, Youth Ministry, and Religious/Sacred Music. In fact, Union Bible College grants 2 degrees annually to graduating Theology and Religious Vocations, Other students....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $53,411
#47 #47 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary Deerfield Beach, FL Every year, South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary grants around 6 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Youth Ministry....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,472
#48 #48 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Oak Hills Christian College Bemidji, MN Annually, Oak Hills Christian College grants around 6 degrees to those majoring in Sports Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Applied Psychology, Youth Ministry, Theological and Ministerial Studies, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,070 Median Starting Salary $50,793
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About Pastoral Studies/Counseling

A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.

California grants the most Bachelors degrees in Pastoral Studies/Counseling of all US states with 68 degrees being granted last year. Students wanting to major in Pastoral Studies/Counseling can expect about 46% percent of their classmates to be women and 54% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a Bachelors degree. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Studies/Counseling is $32,900.

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Some top careers related to Pastoral Studies/Counseling, include Directors, Religious Activities and Education and Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other, both of which have many employment opportunities. Yet there are jobs that pay more, like Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary. the most in-demand position for Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors is Clergy.

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Student Demographics

Total Students

347

Female Students

159 (45%)

Male Students

188 (54%)

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#1 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

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