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#1 #1 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Ozark Christian College is a non selective school. The institution receives about 380 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 990–1,190 Est. Net Price * $17,604 Median Starting Salary $52,021
#2 #2 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,100–1,320 Est. Net Price * $24,483 Median Starting Salary $55,717
#3 #3 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 19 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $21,368 Median Starting Salary $49,707
#4 #4 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Toccoa Falls College Toccoa Falls, GA Toccoa Falls College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,609 Median Starting Salary $50,700
#5 #5 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 15 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,755 Median Starting Salary $48,636
#6 #6 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Lee University Cleveland, TN Lee University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,010–1,270 Est. Net Price * $19,726 Median Starting Salary $50,927
#7 #7 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Harding University Searcy, AR In general, Harding University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,040–1,310 Est. Net Price * $19,558 Median Starting Salary $53,310
#8 #8 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 10 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,415 Median Starting Salary $51,728
#9 #9 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 8 SAT Score 970–1,280 Est. Net Price * $26,353 Median Starting Salary $53,383
#10 #10 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 29 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Est. Net Price * $29,913 Median Starting Salary $47,885
#11 #11 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Multnomah University Portland, OR Generally, Multnomah University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 990–1,260 Est. Net Price * $27,695 Median Starting Salary $50,630
#12 #12 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Johnson University Knoxville, TN Johnson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $21,012 Median Starting Salary $51,966
#13 #13 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 7 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $25,504 Median Starting Salary $52,927
#14 #14 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Columbia International University Columbia, SC Columbia International University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 950–1,210 Est. Net Price * $19,911 Median Starting Salary $53,171
#15 #15 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 9 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $11,705 Median Starting Salary $51,110
#16 #16 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 12 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,910 Median Starting Salary $50,816
#17 #17 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 4 SAT Score 790–1,120 Est. Net Price * $22,120 Median Starting Salary $51,560
#18 #18 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Overall, Cairn University-Langhorne is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $25,923 Median Starting Salary $51,633
#19 #19 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Wake Forest, NC Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,210 Est. Net Price * $16,324 Median Starting Salary $51,700
#20 #20 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 4 SAT Score 840–1,100 Est. Net Price * $25,825 Median Starting Salary $51,250
#21 #21 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Generally, Olivet Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,059 Median Starting Salary $52,796
#22 #22 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Lubbock Christian University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $23,551 Median Starting Salary $51,732
#23 #23 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Overall, Geneva College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,020–1,270 Est. Net Price * $20,999 Median Starting Salary $51,777
#24 #24 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,260 Est. Net Price * $26,666 Median Starting Salary $49,863
#25 #25 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Cornerstone University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 1,930 applications each... Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,935 Median Starting Salary $51,340
#26 #26 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Eastern University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 2,990 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $26,669 Median Starting Salary $49,376
#27 #27 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Overall, Ohio Christian University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $20,490 Median Starting Salary $47,069
#28 #28 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Taylor University Upland, IN Overall, Taylor University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Est. Net Price * $27,366 Median Starting Salary $54,017
#29 #29 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Howard Payne University is a fairly selective school. They receive approximately 1,200 applications each... Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 950–1,130 Est. Net Price * $24,117 Median Starting Salary $52,172
#30 #30 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Clarks Summit University Clarks Summit, PA Clarks Summit University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 900–1,180 Est. Net Price * $16,176 Median Starting Salary $51,888
#31 #31 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Huntington University Huntington, IN Huntington University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,066 Median Starting Salary $52,551
#32 #32 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Overall, Cedarville University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $25,462 Median Starting Salary $53,764
#33 #33 Best College for Youth Ministry 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
#34 #34 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 4 SAT Score 1,080–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,506 Median Starting Salary $53,283
#35 #35 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Generally, Colorado Christian University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,313 Median Starting Salary $48,559
#36 #36 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Overall, MidAmerica Nazarene University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,180 Est. Net Price * $28,787 Median Starting Salary $50,172
#37 #37 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Anderson University Anderson, IN Anderson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,459 Median Starting Salary $52,901
#38 #38 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Generally, Trevecca Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $16,080 Median Starting Salary $49,062
#39 #39 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. George Fox University Newberg, OR In general, George Fox University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,060–1,300 Est. Net Price * $28,840 Median Starting Salary $52,073
#40 #40 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, IL In general, Trinity Christian College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,290 Est. Net Price * $18,822 Median Starting Salary $52,055
#41 #41 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Welch College Gallatin, TN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $18,966 Median Starting Salary $52,125
#42 #42 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN Grace College and Theological Seminary is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $18,317 Median Starting Salary $52,903
#43 #43 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID Northwest Nazarene University is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 3,400 applications... Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $25,674 Median Starting Salary $50,634
#44 #44 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 2 SAT Score 820–1,140 Est. Net Price * $14,645 Median Starting Salary $50,708
#45 #45 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. William Jessup University Rocklin, CA William Jessup University is a fairly selective school. They receive approximately 700 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,020–1,230 Est. Net Price * $27,591 Median Starting Salary $51,902
#46 #46 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 3 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,957 Median Starting Salary $53,068
#47 #47 Best College for Youth Ministry 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
#48 #48 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS William Carey University is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 500 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,340 Est. Net Price * $15,271 Median Starting Salary $46,625
#49 #49 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Evangel University Springfield, MO In general, Evangel University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $20,963 Median Starting Salary $52,495
#50 #50 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Eastern Nazarene College Quincy, MA Overall, Eastern Nazarene College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,160 Est. Net Price * $20,283 Median Starting Salary $51,189
#51 #51 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Faulkner University Montgomery, AL Faulkner University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $20,050 Median Starting Salary $46,699
#52 #52 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Charleston Southern University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 960–1,160 Est. Net Price * $17,536 Median Starting Salary $49,404
#53 #53 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Midland University Fremont, NE Overall, Midland University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $22,377 Median Starting Salary $54,121
#54 #54 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Simpson University Redding, CA Simpson University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 1,000 applications every admission cycle. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $25,251 Median Starting Salary $49,384
#55 #55 Best College for Youth Ministry 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
#56 #56 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Barclay College Haviland, KS In general, Barclay College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $26,926 Median Starting Salary $50,749
#57 #57 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Rochester University Rochester Hills, MI Overall, Rochester University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 860–1,080 Est. Net Price * $18,665 Median Starting Salary $50,213
#58 #58 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Great Northern University Spokane, WA Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $27,410 Median Starting Salary $0
#59 #59 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Mid-South Christian College Memphis, TN Mid-South Christian College is a non selective school. They receive eight applications each year. Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $10,924 Median Starting Salary $52,615
#60 #60 Best College for Youth Ministry 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
#61 #61 Best College for Youth Ministry 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 1 SAT Score 810–1,110 Est. Net Price * $18,198 Median Starting Salary $52,462
#62 #62 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S. Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Central Christian College of the Bible is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 890–1,070 Est. Net Price * $13,870 Median Starting Salary $51,169
*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry programs prepare the ordained clergy and other religious professionals to provide spiritual, counseling, and leadership services to children, adolescents, and young adults. Includes instruction in child and adolescent psychology, human growth and development, family studies, communication skills, religious education, youth counseling, small group leadership, planning and organizing youth activities, volunteer supervision, and youth evangelism and worship.

For all the 386 degrees awarded in Youth Ministry per year, the majority of them are Bachelors degree. Of the 337 students earning degrees at the Bachelors degree level in the US, 40% percent identify as women and 60% percent identify as men. While students at schools all over the country study Youth Ministry, Pennsylvania has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Youth Ministry is $32,900.

Popularity of Youth Ministry Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Youth Ministry degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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Careers

For Youth Ministry majors, some of the most in demand careers include Clergy, Directors, Religious Activities and Education . Not only that, Youth Ministry graduates may find a high-paying job, such as Clergy or Directors, Religious Activities and Education.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Youth Ministry majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Youth Ministry majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

337

Female Students

135 (40%)

Male Students

202 (59%)

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Youth Ministry

#1 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

94%

18

990–1,190

$17,604

$52,021

#2 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

92%

12

1,100–1,320

$24,483

$55,717

#3 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

94%

19

980–1,180

$21,368

$49,707

#4 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

68%

10

990–1,220

$20,609

$50,700

#5 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

87%

15

1,030–1,220

$21,755

$48,636

#6 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

73%

18

1,010–1,270

$19,726

$50,927

#7 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

45%

12

1,040–1,310

$19,558

$53,310

#8 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

97%

10

1,020–1,220

$21,415

$51,728

#9 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

70%

8

970–1,280

$26,353

$53,383

#10 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

99%

29

1,060–1,290

$29,913

$47,885

#11 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

53%

6

990–1,260

$27,695

$50,630

#12 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

63%

6

1,010–1,180

$21,012

$51,966

#13 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.

67%

7

970–1,150

$25,504

$52,927

#14 Best College for Youth Ministry in the U.S.