Theological & Ministerial Studies at Howard University
If you are interested in studying Theological & Ministerial Studies, you may want to check out the program at Howard University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Howard University is located in Washington, DC.
During the most recent reporting year, 25 theological & ministerial studies degrees were awarded at Howard University.
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Online Class Availability at Howard University
Online coursework is an option at Howard University. Among 14,890 students, 1,482 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,410 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Theological & Ministerial Studies Rankings at Howard University
These rankings give you a sense of how Howard University’s Theological & Ministerial Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 12 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #114 of 115 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 12 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #114 of 115 |
Earnings for Theological & Ministerial Studies Graduates from Howard University
Students who complete Howard University’s Theological & Ministerial Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,900 |
| 2 years | $50,856 |
| 3 years | $51,400 |
| 4 years | $57,514 |
| 5 years | $65,972 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates from Howard University earn a median of $57,514, compared with $65,852 for all Howard University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates at Howard University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Theological & Ministerial Studies graduates at Howard University are 56% women (14) and 44% men (11).
Theological & Ministerial Studies Master’s Program at Howard University
Of the 19 master’s theological & ministerial studies graduates at Howard University, 53% were women (10) and 47% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Theological & Ministerial Studies master’s degree recipients at Howard University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 95% of Theological & Ministerial Studies master’s degree recipients at Howard University, higher than the national average of 28%.*
*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 Howard University
The Theological & Ministerial Studies program at Howard University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Divinity/Ministry | 25 |
Best-Paid Careers for Theological & Ministerial Studies Graduates
Those who complete Theological & Ministerial Studies program at Howard University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Theological & Ministerial Studies majors, 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.