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Theological & Ministerial Studies in Illinois

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Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Illinois

641 Theology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Theological & Ministerial Studies is the 19th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Theological & Ministerial Studies Majors in Illinois

Theology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 574
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 42
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 42
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 42
Post-Master’s Certificate 25
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 25

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a theology major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of theology majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.8%
  • Black or African American: 10.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.4%
  • White: 55.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.8%
  • Other Races: 7.2%
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Jobs for Theological & Ministerial Studies Grads in Illinois

There are 3,180 people in the state and 82,520 people in the nation working in theology jobs.

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Wages for Theological & Ministerial Studies Jobs in Illinois

In this state, theology grads earn an average of $51,190. Nationwide, they make an average of $53,290.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer theology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
1,454 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $21,200. In their early career, TIU Illinois grads earn an average salary of $35,426.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $28,517. In their early career, UChicago grads earn an average salary of $62,671. It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
2,870 Total Students

The average student takes 4.24 years to complete their degree at Moody Theological Seminary and Graduate School. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,679. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,307 a year.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
227 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 6.60% which is lower than average.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
145 Total Students

The 5.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 50%.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
186 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
283 Total Students

The 3.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
581 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,752 after earning their degree at this institution. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,638. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
294 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average. 93% of the teachers are full time.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
221 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 27% are considered full time.

Theological & Ministerial Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers theology majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Religious Workers 4% $32,770
Clergy 4% $48,120
Philosophy and Religion Professors 2% $75,270

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to theology.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 185
Biblical Studies 97
Religious Education 61
Other Theology & Religion 35
Missionary Studies 32
Sacred Music 3

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