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Theological & Ministerial Studies in Tennessee

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Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Tennessee

In 2020-2021, 275 students earned their Theology degrees in TN.

As a degree choice, Theological & Ministerial Studies is the 15th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Theological & Ministerial Studies Majors in Tennessee

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 220
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 48
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 48
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 48
Post-Master’s Certificate 7
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 7

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 17.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.9%
  • White: 60.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.0%
  • Other Races: 9.8%
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Jobs for Theological & Ministerial Studies Grads in Tennessee

In this state, there are 1,200 people employed in jobs related to a theology degree, compared to 82,520 nationwide.

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Wages for Theological & Ministerial Studies Jobs in Tennessee

A typical salary for a theology grad in the state is $49,080, compared to a typical salary of $53,290 nationwide.

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

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
13,537 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,970.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
442 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 71%.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
183 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.50%.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
1,800 Total Students

The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at Sewanee. The student loan default rate is 2.00% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 85%.

#5

Lee University

Cleveland
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
5,204 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $18,219. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

#6

Lipscomb University

Nashville
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,884 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.90%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $41,745 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Milligan University

Milligan College
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,338 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 67%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,263 after earning their degree at this institution. An average student at Milligan will pay a net price of $20,690.

#8

Johnson University

Knoxville
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
1,039 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. In their early career, Johnson University grads earn an average salary of $29,794. This private school has an average net price of $17,671.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
3,968 Total Students

The 5.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.10 years.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
2,188 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,152.

Theological & Ministerial Studies Careers in TN

Some of the careers theology majors go into include:

Job Title TN Job Growth TN Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $64,800
Clergy 9% $47,190

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

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 36
Biblical Studies 22
Other Theology & Religion 19
Missionary Studies 16
Sacred Music 1

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