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Biblical Studies Schools in Illinois

234 Bible students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Biblical Studies is the 106th most popular major in the state out of a total 306 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Biblical Studies Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 123
Master’s Degree 91
Associate Degree 12
Post-Master’s Certificate 6
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.8%
  • Black or African American: 13.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.8%
  • White: 60.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.1%
  • Other Races: 10.7%
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Jobs for Biblical Studies Grads in Illinois

There are 2,610 people in the state and 44,800 people in the nation working in Bible jobs.

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Wages for Biblical Studies Jobs in Illinois

A typical salary for a Bible grad in the state is $43,930, compared to a typical salary of $46,980 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Illinois that offer Bible degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

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

30% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. An average student at Moody Theological Seminary and Graduate School will pay a net price of $19,679.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 29% are considered full time. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $35,426 after graduation.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,752 a year. 98% of students get financical aid.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,908 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,794 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 0.50% which is lower than average.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
227 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

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

The student loan default rate is 2.70% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $42,320 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

#6

Trinity Christian College

Palos Heights
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
1,086 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,135. The full-time teacher rate is 49%. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

Biblical Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers Bible majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Religious Activities and Education Directors 4% $40,900
Philosophy and Religion Professors 2% $75,270

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

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Theological & Ministerial Studies 837
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 284
Other Theology & Religion 150
Religious Education 147
Missionary Studies 112
Sacred Music 34

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