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Theological & Ministerial Studies in New Jersey

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Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in New Jersey

252 Theology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Theological & Ministerial Studies is the 71st most popular major in the state out of a total 276 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Theological & Ministerial Studies Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 188
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 49
Bachelor’s Degree 11
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 4
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 4

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a theology major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of theology majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.3%
  • Black or African American: 20.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.6%
  • White: 46.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 17.1%
  • Other Races: 2.8%
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Jobs for Theological & Ministerial Studies Grads in New Jersey

2,100 people in the state and 82,520 in the nation are employed in jobs related to theology.

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Wages for Theological & Ministerial Studies Jobs in New Jersey

In this state, theology grads earn an average of $59,180. Nationwide, they make an average of $53,290.

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There are 6 colleges in New Jersey that offer theology degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

105 Degrees in Major Awarded
350 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 79% are considered full time. The 6.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#2

Drew University

Madison
80 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,229 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. 56% of the teachers are full time.

#3

Seton Hall University

South Orange
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $32,634. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
121 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.60%. 80% of the teachers are full time.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
2,231 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.33 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $38,566 a year. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
1,272 Total Students

The 9.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years.

Theological & Ministerial Studies Careers in NJ

Some of the careers theology majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Clergy 10% $58,300
Philosophy and Religion Professors 9% $73,940
Religious Workers 8% $19,970

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Other Theology & Religion 12
Religious Education 11
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 6
Biblical Studies 4
Sacred Music 3

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