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Theology & Religious Vocations in Massachusetts

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Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in Massachusetts

818 students earned Theology & Religious Vocations degrees in Massachusetts in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Theology & Religious Vocations is the 24th most popular major in the state out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Theology & Religious Vocations Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 627
Bachelor’s Degree 82
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 64
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 64
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 64
Post-Master’s Certificate 42
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 42
Associate Degree 3

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a theology and religious vocations major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of theology and religious vocations majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.8%
  • Black or African American: 5.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.1%
  • White: 50.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.2%
  • Other Races: 10.8%
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Jobs for Theology & Religious Vocations Grads in Massachusetts

1,690 people in the state and 116,380 in the nation are employed in jobs related to theology and religious vocations.

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Wages for Theology & Religious Vocations Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a theology and religious vocations grad in the state is $56,200, compared to a typical salary of $53,290 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Massachusetts that offer theology and religious vocations degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

329 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,489 Total Students

94% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.70%.

#2

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
116 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

The 0.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate.

101 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

73% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Boston U. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $30,395.

#4

Harvard University

Cambridge
94 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

87% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at Harvard. In their early career, Harvard grads earn an average salary of $77,816.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
294 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,999. 11% of the teachers are full time. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
105 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

#7

Hebrew College

Newton Centre
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
137 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 23% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.10%. 1 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
126 Total Students

An average student at Hellenic College - Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology will pay a net price of $24,588. Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. 100% of students get financical aid.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
54 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

#10

Gordon College

Wenham
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,816 Total Students

An average student at Gordon College will pay a net price of $25,748. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. It takes the average student 4.16 years to graduate.

Theology & Religious Vocations Careers in MA

Some of the careers theology and religious vocations majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Clergy 17% $59,620
Philosophy and Religion Professors 16% $78,120
Religious Activities and Education Directors 8% $42,070
Music Directors and Composers 4% $55,000

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Visual & Performing Arts 5,195
Liberal Arts & Humanities 3,382
English Language & Literature 2,015
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 1,027
Philosophy & Religious Studies 587

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