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Religious Education Schools in Massachusetts

In 2020-2021, 18 students earned their Religious Ed degrees in MA.

In terms of popularity, Religious Education is the 230th most popular major in the state out of a total 305 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Religious Education Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 12
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5
Bachelor’s Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.6%
  • Black or African American: 5.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.6%
  • White: 66.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 11.1%
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Jobs for Religious Education Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 900 people employed in jobs related to a religious ed degree, compared to 44,800 nationwide.

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Wages for Religious Education Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a religious ed grad in the state is $49,570, compared to a typical salary of $46,980 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Massachusetts that offer religious ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Hebrew College

Newton Centre
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
137 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 23% are considered full time. 1 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#2

Boston College

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

It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 56% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $70,858 after earning their degree at this institution.

#3

Elms College

Chicopee
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,355 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
699 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $22,115. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. The 5.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Religious Education Careers in MA

Some of the careers religious ed majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 16% $78,120
Religious Activities and Education Directors 8% $42,070

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Theological & Ministerial Studies 599
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 105
Biblical Studies 87
Missionary Studies 4
Sacred Music 3
Other Theology & Religion 2

View all majors related to Religious Education

View Nationwide Religious Education Report

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