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Religious Education in Illinois

Religious Education Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Religious Education Grads in Illinois

1,990 people in the state and 42,300 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Religious Ed.

Religious Education Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Religious Education Jobs in Illinois

Religious Ed grads earn an average of $71,389 in the state and $76,455 nationwide.

Religious Education Wages Nationwide vs. IL

Our data covers 8 colleges in Illinois offering Religious Ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Wheaton College

Wheaton

Graduates earn a median salary of $39,703 in their first year after graduation. About 90% of those who apply are admitted. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $34,976 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 98%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $45,365 a year. With an admission rate of 73%, getting in takes some planning. 69% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $40,161 a year. With an admission rate of 93%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 5%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $58,149 a year. The school admits about 93% of applicants. 63% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,282 a year. About 67% of those who apply are admitted. 68% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,621 in their first year after graduation. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Religious Education Careers in IL

Some of the careers Religious Ed majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary $71,584
Directors, Religious Activities and Education $64,599

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Religious Ed.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Theological & Ministerial Studies 15,135
Biblical Studies 3,603
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 3,230
Missionary Studies 1,249
Other Theology & Religion 1,235
Sacred Music 477
Religious Institution Administration and Law 57

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