Religious Studies at Colby College
If you are interested in studying Religious Studies, consider the program at Colby College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Colby College sits in Waterville, ME.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 11 religious studies degrees were awarded at Colby College.
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Studying Online at Colby College
Colby College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Religious Studies graduates at Colby College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Religious Studies graduates at Colby College are 55% women (6) and 45% men (5).
Religious Studies Bachelor’s Program at Colby College
Among the 11 bachelor’s religious studies graduates at Colby College, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Religious Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Colby College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Religious Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Colby College, above the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Religious Studies Concentrations at Colby College
The Religious Studies program at Colby College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Religious Studies | 8 |
| Jewish Studies | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Religious Studies Graduates
Students who finish Religious Studies program at Colby College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Religious Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.