Biblical Studies at Liberty University
If you plan to study Biblical Studies, you may want to check out the program at Liberty University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Liberty University is in Lynchburg, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 332 biblical studies degrees were awarded at Liberty University.
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Online Class Availability at Liberty University
Many students take online classes at Liberty University. Among 104,327 students, 88,309 (85%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,616 (7%) took at least some classes online.
Biblical Studies Rankings at Liberty University
Use these rankings to compare Liberty University’s Biblical Studies program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #21 of 53 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #47 of 52 |
Earnings for Biblical Studies Graduates from Liberty University
Students who complete Liberty University’s Biblical Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,208 |
| 2 years | $28,706 |
| 3 years | $19,425 |
| 4 years | $30,611 |
| 5 years | $34,889 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Biblical Studies graduates from Liberty University take home a median $30,611, compared with $50,359 for all Liberty University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Biblical Studies graduates from Liberty University comes in at $22,274.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Biblical Studies graduates at Liberty University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biblical Studies graduates at Liberty University are 39% women (128) and 61% men (204).
Biblical Studies Bachelor’s Program at Liberty University
Among the 36 bachelor’s biblical studies graduates at Liberty University, 22% were women (8) and 78% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biblical Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Liberty University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 25% of Biblical Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Liberty University, above the national average of 21%.*
Biblical Studies Master’s Program at Liberty University
Among the 73 master’s biblical studies degrees awarded at Liberty University, 27% were women (20) and 73% were men (53).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biblical Studies master’s degree recipients at Liberty University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 23 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Biblical Studies master’s degree recipients at Liberty University, lower than the national average of 29%.*
Biblical Studies Doctoral Program at Liberty University
Of the 36 doctoral biblical studies graduates at Liberty University, 28% were women (10) and 72% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biblical Studies doctoral degree recipients at Liberty University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 22% of Biblical Studies doctoral degree recipients at Liberty University, above the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biblical Studies Concentrations at Liberty University
The Biblical Studies program at Liberty University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 332 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biblical Studies Graduates
Those who complete Biblical Studies program at Liberty University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Biblical Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Directors, Religious Activities and Education | $64,599 |
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
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