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Biblical Studies in Illinois

Biblical Studies Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Biblical Studies Grads in Illinois

1,990 people in the state and 42,300 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Bible.

Biblical Studies Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Biblical Studies Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Bible grads earn an average of $71,389. Nationwide, they make an average of $76,455.

Biblical Studies Wages Nationwide vs. IL

Our data covers 7 colleges in Illinois offering Bible degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

Graduates earn a median salary of $34,976 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 98% of applicants. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Wheaton College

Wheaton

Graduates earn a median salary of $39,703 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 90%, getting in takes some planning. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,161 after earning their degree at this institution. About 93% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 5%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $45,365 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 73%, getting in takes some planning. 69% of full-time students return after their first year.

This school boasts a lower-than-average student loan default rate of 3.7%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,559 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 63% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 74%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $48,282 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 67% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 68%.

Biblical Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers Bible majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary 4% $71,584
Directors, Religious Activities and Education -2% $64,599

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Bible.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Theological & Ministerial Studies 15,135
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 3,230
Missionary Studies 1,249
Other Theology & Religion 1,235
Religious Education 1,230
Sacred Music 477
Religious Institution Administration and Law 57

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