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Biblical Studies Schools in Tennessee

243 students earned Bible degrees in Tennessee in the 2020-2021 year.

A Biblical Studies major is the 62nd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Biblical Studies Majors in Tennessee

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 214
Master’s Degree 21
Associate Degree 7
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.4%
  • Black or African American: 5.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.1%
  • White: 84.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.6%
  • Other Races: 6.2%
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Jobs for Biblical Studies Grads in Tennessee

In this state, there are 610 people employed in jobs related to a Bible degree, compared to 44,800 nationwide.

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Wages for Biblical Studies Jobs in Tennessee

In this state, Bible grads earn an average of $58,390. Nationwide, they make an average of $46,980.

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There are 9 colleges in Tennessee that offer Bible degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

#1

Johnson University

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

The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,794 a year.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%. This private institution charges an average net price of $17,152.

#3

Lipscomb University

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

The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate.

#4

Lee University

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

The 4.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 89%.

#5

Welch College

Gallatin
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
358 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. The student loan default rate of 9.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.41 years.

#6

Milligan University

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years.

#7

Belmont University

Nashville
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
8,204 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
1,412 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 26% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. 94% of students get financical aid.

#9

Union University

Jackson
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
3,071 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $41,818 after earning their degree at this institution.

Biblical Studies Careers in TN

Some of the careers Bible majors go into include:

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

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

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Theological & Ministerial Studies 349
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 146
Other Theology & Religion 73
Missionary Studies 33
Religious Education 22
Sacred Music 22

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