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Religious Education Schools in California

53 Religious Ed students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Religious Education is the 248th most popular major in the state out of a total 333 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Religious Education Majors in California

Religious Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 31
Master’s Degree 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

In California, a religious ed major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of religious ed majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 15.1%
  • Black or African American: 7.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 22.6%
  • White: 34.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.4%
  • Other Races: 11.3%
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Jobs for Religious Education Grads in California

5,690 people in the state and 44,800 in the nation are employed in jobs related to religious ed.

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Wages for Religious Education Jobs in California

Religious Ed grads earn an average of $50,650 in the state and $46,980 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in California that offer religious ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
9,006 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 43%. Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years.

#2

Biola University

La Mirada
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
5,815 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.70%. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of the teachers are full time.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
93 Total Students

4 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
287 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.60%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
18% Graduation Rate
399 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 51% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $17,519.

Religious Education Careers in CA

Some of the careers religious ed majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 17% $94,300
Religious Activities and Education Directors 7% $44,890

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Theological & Ministerial Studies 1,281
Biblical Studies 273
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 211
Missionary Studies 131
Other Theology & Religion 111
Sacred Music 43

View all majors related to Religious Education

View Nationwide Religious Education Report

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