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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania

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Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree School for You

With 523 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, theological and ministerial studies is the #28 most popular major in Pennsylvania.

It's not easy to decide which program to enroll in when you have so many options available. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Grad Degree Search has created its Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking. This report analyzed 4 schools in Pennsylvania to see which ones offered the best doctor's degree programs for students. Factors related to overall quality of the school, post-graduation earnings, average student debt, and more accumulated were considered when coming up with this list.

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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in Pennsylvania

Check out the theology doctor's degree programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.

Top Pennsylvania Schools for a Doctorate in Theological & Ministerial Studies

#1

Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA

Our analysis found Lancaster Bible College to be the best school for theological and ministerial studies students who want to pursue a doctor’s degree in Pennsylvania. Lancaster Bible College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Lancaster.

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#2

Clarks Summit University

South Abington Township, PA

The excellent doctor’s degree programs at Clarks Summit University helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Pennsylvania. Located in the suburb of South Abington Township, CSU is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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Out of the 4 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, Lancaster Theological Seminary landed the # 3 spot on the list. Lancaster Theological Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Lancaster.

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#4

Missio Seminary

Hatfield, PA

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means Missio Seminary is a great place for theological and ministerial studies students working on their doctor’s degree. Located in the city of Hatfield, Missio Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region

Explore all the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
New York 525
Maryland 49
New Jersey 237
District of Columbia 180

One of 7 majors within the area of study, theological and ministerial studies has other similar majors worth exploring.

Majors Similar to Theology

Related Major Annual Graduates
Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries 1,624
Biblical Studies 1,052
Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) 777
Religious Education 687
Missionary Studies 423

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 4 schools only.

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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