Find Schools

Study Area & Zipcode

Religious Education in Illinois

Find Schools Near

Religious Education Schools in Illinois

148 students earned Religious Ed degrees in Illinois in the 2020-2021 year.

A Religious Education major is the 138th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Religious Education Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 86
Master’s Degree 55
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

undefined

Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.1%
  • Black or African American: 6.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.7%
  • White: 64.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.8%
  • Other Races: 15.5%
undefined

Jobs for Religious Education Grads in Illinois

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

undefined

Wages for Religious Education Jobs in Illinois

In this state, religious ed grads earn an average of $43,930. Nationwide, they make an average of $46,980.

undefined

There are 9 colleges in Illinois that offer religious ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

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

It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. An average student at TIU Illinois will pay a net price of $21,200. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,426 after earning their degree at this institution.

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

It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,692.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. 30% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
2,831 Total Students

In their early career, North Park grads earn an average salary of $45,458. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,282. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,320 after earning their degree at this institution. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,470. 37% of the teachers are full time.

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

Graduates earn an average $39,415 after graduation. 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.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at Lincoln Christian College and Seminary. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
283 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 3.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $52,854 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 50%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

Religious Education Careers in IL

Some of the careers religious ed 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 religious ed.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Theological & Ministerial Studies 837
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 284
Biblical Studies 232
Other Theology & Religion 150
Missionary Studies 112
Sacred Music 34

View all majors related to Religious Education

View Nationwide Religious Education Report

References

More about our data sources and methodologies.

Featured Schools

Find Schools Near You

Our free school finder matches students with accredited colleges across the U.S.