Theological & Ministerial Studies at Duke University
If you plan to study Theological & Ministerial Studies, consider the program at Duke University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Duke University sits in Durham, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 157 theological & ministerial studies degrees were awarded at Duke University.
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Online Class Availability at Duke University
Many students take online classes at Duke University. Among 17,499 students, 1,312 (7%) studied exclusively online and 2,836 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Theological & Ministerial Studies Rankings at Duke University
Rankings can help you compare Duke University’s Theological & Ministerial Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #5 of 121 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 115 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #5 of 121 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 115 |
Earnings for Theological & Ministerial Studies Graduates from Duke University
Graduates of Duke University’s Theological & Ministerial Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,462 |
| 2 years | $41,913 |
| 3 years | $53,067 |
| 4 years | $56,778 |
| 5 years | $68,653 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates from Duke University take home a median $56,778, compared with $115,482 for all Duke University graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates at Duke University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates at Duke University are 52% women (82) and 48% men (75).
Theological & Ministerial Studies Master’s Program at Duke University
Among the 127 master’s theological & ministerial studies degrees awarded at Duke University, 56% were women (71) and 44% were men (56).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Theological & Ministerial Studies master’s degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 88 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 15 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Theological & Ministerial Studies master’s degree recipients at Duke University, below the national average of 28%.*
Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctoral Program at Duke University
Among the 4 doctoral theological & ministerial studies graduates at Duke University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Theological & Ministerial Studies doctoral degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Theological & Ministerial Studies doctoral degree recipients at Duke University, below the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Theological & Ministerial Studies Concentrations at Duke University
This Theological & Ministerial Studies program at Duke University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theology | 131 |
| Divinity/Ministry | 26 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Theological & Ministerial Studies Graduates
Those who complete Theological & Ministerial Studies program at Duke University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Religious Workers, All Other | $58,956 |
| Clergy | $49,854 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.