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Religious Studies Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 168 students earned their Religion degrees in IL.

In this state, Religious Studies is the 127th most popular major out of a total 306 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Religious Studies Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 86
Master’s Degree 75
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 10.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 78.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.0%
  • Other Races: 1.8%
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Jobs for Religious Studies Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 1,410 people employed in jobs related to a religion degree, compared to 32,950 nationwide.

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Wages for Religious Studies Jobs in Illinois

In this state, religion grads earn an average of $74,010. Nationwide, they make an average of $82,420.

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There are 12 colleges in Illinois that offer religion degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
5% Graduation Rate
181 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,768 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

#2

Spertus College

Chicago
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
117 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 9% of the teachers are full time.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
285 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.00%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $14,321. 70% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 75% of the teachers are full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
294 Total Students

The 5.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $67,867 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. 66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#6

Greenville University

Greenville
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
994 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $19,891. The student loan default rate is 4.90% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $36,551 after graduation.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
5,855 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,196. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time. The 2.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,426 after earning their degree at this institution.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
6,491 Total Students

An average student at Concordia University, Chicago will pay a net price of $17,051. The 3.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.30 years to complete their degree at Concordia University, Chicago.

#10

Augustana College

Rock Island
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
2,389 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
3,764 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years. 100% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 37% are considered full time.

Religious Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers religion majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 2% $75,270
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 0% $69,230

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

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Philosophy 388
Other Philosophy & Religion 5
General Philosophy & Religion 1

View all majors related to Religious Studies

View Nationwide Religious Studies Report

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