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

University of St Thomas
Saint Paul, MN

In general, the University of St Thomas is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,190–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$30,137

Median Starting Salary

$54,691

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About Lay Ministry

Lay Ministry programs prepare non-ordained individuals to serve as lay pastors, religious educators, youth leaders, and other professional positions open to the laity in local churches and other settings. Includes instruction in bible studies, theology, spirituality, pastoral counseling, foundations of ministry, effective communication, and church leadership.

For all the 662 degrees granted in Lay Ministry per year, the majority of them are Masters degree. Of the 19 students graduating with degrees at the Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years level in the US, 74% percent identify as women and 26% percent identify as men. While students at schools all over the US study Lay Ministry, Minnesota has the most graduates. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Lay Ministry is $32,900.

How popular is an Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years in Lay Ministry in MN

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19 degrees awarded
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years in Lay Ministry makes up 32.76% of all Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years awarded in Minnesota

Careers

For Lay Ministry majors, some of the most in demand jobs include Directors, Religious Activities and Education, Religious Workers, All Other . Not only that, Lay Ministry graduates may find a top paying job, such as Directors, Religious Activities and Education or Religious Workers, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Lay Ministry majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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

Student Demographics

Total Students
19
Female Students
14 (73%)
Male Students
5 (26%)

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