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#1 #1 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI At Andrews University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 90 SAT Score 1,060–1,350 Est. Net Price * $24,874 Median Starting Salary $50,729
#2 #2 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Luther Rice College & Seminary Lithonia, GA At Luther Rice College & Seminary, only one major is offered: Bible/Biblical Studies. Typically, 29 students are awarded a degree in Bible/Biblical Studies every year. view more Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,935 Median Starting Salary $50,438
#3 #3 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of St Thomas Houston, TX At the University of St Thomas, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 63 SAT Score 1,090–1,340 Est. Net Price * $20,469 Median Starting Salary $47,578
#4 #4 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, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,364 Median Starting Salary $48,636
#5 #5 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA At Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,080–1,260 Est. Net Price * $22,872 Median Starting Salary $51,728
#6 #6 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Oakwood University Huntsville, AL Each year, Oakwood University awards around 34 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Social Work, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 880–1,130 Est. Net Price * $22,833 Median Starting Salary $50,158
#7 #7 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Annually, Loyola University Chicago grants around 415 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 1,200–1,360 Est. Net Price * $37,592 Median Starting Salary $50,401
#8 #8 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 General Studies, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Arlington Baptist University awards 10 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $26,503 Median Starting Salary $53,430
#9 #9 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, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, and Bible/Biblical Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $19,214 Median Starting Salary $52,125
#10 #10 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Every year, Southeastern University awards around 213 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 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,935 Median Starting Salary $50,816
#11 #11 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL At Olivet Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 970–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,707 Median Starting Salary $52,796
#12 #12 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA At Loyola Marymount University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,320–1,450 Est. Net Price * $54,471 Median Starting Salary $50,446
#13 #13 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Neumann University Aston, PA At Neumann University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 910–1,100 Est. Net Price * $29,298 Median Starting Salary $53,346
#14 #14 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,140–1,340 Est. Net Price * $30,375 Median Starting Salary $53,882
#15 #15 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Huntington University Huntington, IN Annually, Huntington University grants around 31 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,020–1,200 Est. Net Price * $21,149 Median Starting Salary $52,551
#16 #16 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs, NC At Gardner-Webb University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Community Psychology. In fact, Gardner-Webb University awards 96 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Est. Net Price * $24,035 Median Starting Salary $49,094
#17 #17 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN At Grace College and Theological Seminary, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, Grace College and Theological Seminary grants 29 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,680 Median Starting Salary $52,903
#18 #18 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, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $20,273 Median Starting Salary $51,120
#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 36 degrees per year to Bible/Biblical Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,040–1,190 Est. Net Price * $25,380 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#20 #20 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Every year, Maranatha Baptist University awards around 21 degrees to those studying Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,010–1,270 Est. Net Price * $26,001 Median Starting Salary $51,275
#21 #21 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Erskine College Due West, SC At Erskine College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,982 Median Starting Salary $53,422
#22 #22 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Naropa University Boulder, CO Annually, Naropa University awards about 22 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Art Therapy/Therapist, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 980–1,200 Est. Net Price * $31,491 Median Starting Salary $48,284
#23 #23 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Every year, Cornerstone University grants around 51 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,220 Est. Net Price * $23,147 Median Starting Salary $51,340
#24 #24 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX At Hardin-Simmons University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $21,321 Median Starting Salary $52,024
#25 #25 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Each year, Moody Bible Institute awards about 91 degrees to students majoring in Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $23,950 Median Starting Salary $49,707
#26 #26 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN At Trevecca Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $16,222 Median Starting Salary $49,062
#27 #27 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Barry University Miami, FL At Barry University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,080 Est. Net Price * $23,930 Median Starting Salary $48,118
#28 #28 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID Each year, Northwest Nazarene University grants about 42 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Engineering, General, and Christian Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,060–1,300 Est. Net Price * $27,291 Median Starting Salary $50,634
#29 #29 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,150–1,370 Est. Net Price * $30,510 Median Starting Salary $52,036
#30 #30 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Seattle University Seattle, WA At Seattle University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Finance, and General. In fact, Seattle University grants 232 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $37,103 Median Starting Salary $52,426
#31 #31 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield, IL At Trinity International University-Illinois, the most popular majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Trinity International University-Illinois grants 28 degrees every year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 950–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,260 Median Starting Salary $50,550
#32 #32 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Each year, Duquesne University grants around 257 degrees to those studying Nursing Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,180–1,360 Est. Net Price * $35,125 Median Starting Salary $55,143
#33 #33 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 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 900–1,160 Est. Net Price * $12,860 Median Starting Salary $49,313
#34 #34 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Each year, Freed-Hardeman University grants about 37 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $18,267 Median Starting Salary $52,300
#35 #35 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 118 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 910–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,246 Median Starting Salary $48,924
#36 #36 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Creighton University Omaha, NE At Creighton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,190–1,380 Est. Net Price * $33,364 Median Starting Salary $55,388
#37 #37 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Annually, Crown College awards about 17 degrees to those studying Religious Education, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Counseling Psychology....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $27,196 Median Starting Salary $52,927
#38 #38 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of Dayton Dayton, OH At the University of Dayton, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, the University of Dayton awards 214 degrees per year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,230–1,400 Est. Net Price * $31,551 Median Starting Salary $57,994
#39 #39 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. California Baptist University Riverside, CA Every year, California Baptist University grants about 168 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $28,596 Median Starting Salary $49,674
#40 #40 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. La Sierra University Riverside, CA Each year, La Sierra University grants around 53 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 890–1,160 Est. Net Price * $28,076 Median Starting Salary $50,643
#41 #41 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 Divinity/Ministry, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Oral Roberts University awards 53 degrees every year to Divinity/Ministry majors....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,110–1,270 Est. Net Price * $24,347 Median Starting Salary $49,719
#42 #42 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Anna Maria College Paxton, MA Annually, Anna Maria College grants about 67 degrees to those studying Fire Science/Fire-fighting, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management,......view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 780–990 Est. Net Price * $28,732 Median Starting Salary $52,771
#43 #43 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA Each year, Boston College awards around 302 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 16% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,450–1,530 Est. Net Price * $32,590 Median Starting Salary $54,544
#44 #44 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. RCCGNA Seminary Greenville, TX Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $0
#45 #45 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Dallas Theological Seminary Dallas, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#46 #46 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary Charlotte, NC At Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary, only three majors are offered: Bible/Biblical Studies, Urban Ministry, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#47 #47 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa Rio Piedras, PR Annually, Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa awards around 6 degrees to students studying Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Religious Education....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,607 Median Starting Salary $47,232
#48 #48 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary Louisville, KY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#49 #49 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Family of Faith Christian University Shawnee, OK At Family of Faith Christian University, only one major is offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 650–730 Est. Net Price * $11,252 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#50 #50 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Pentecostal Theological Seminary Cleveland, TN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#51 #51 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Shasta Bible College and Graduate School Redding, CA At Shasta Bible College and Graduate School, only two majors are offered: Bible/Biblical Studies, Education, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,119 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#52 #52 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Amridge University Montgomery, AL At Amridge University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Human Development and Family Studies, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Amridge University grants 18 degrees every year to Bible/Biblical Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#53 #53 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Academy for Jewish Religion-California Los Angeles, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#54 #54 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Eden Theological Seminary Webster Groves, MO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#55 #55 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest Austin, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#56 #56 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Hartford International University for Religion and Peace Hartford, CT Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#57 #57 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Iliff School of Theology Denver, CO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#58 #58 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Holy Apostles College and Seminary Cromwell, CT Annually, Holy Apostles College and Seminary awards around 13 degrees to those studying Humanities/Humanistic Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Theology/Theological Studies, Philosophy, Social Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $16,073 Median Starting Salary $48,494
#59 #59 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Asbury Theological Seminary Wilmore, KY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#60 #60 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. University of Saint Mary of the Lake Mundelein, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#61 #61 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Catholic Theological Union at Chicago Chicago, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#62 #62 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Methodist Theological School in Ohio Delaware, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#63 #63 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary Evanston, IL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $50,472
#64 #64 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary New Orleans, LA Every year, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary grants about 51 degrees to those studying Christian Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, General, and Religious/Sacred Music....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $20,904 Median Starting Salary $50,472
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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.

Texas grants the most Masters degrees in Pastoral Studies/Counseling of all US states with 161 degrees being granted last year. Students wanting to major in Pastoral Studies/Counseling can expect about 48% percent of their classmates to be women and 52% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a Masters 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 Counselors, 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

653

Female Students

316 (48%)

Male Students

337 (51%)

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