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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

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Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree School for You

Out of all the majors we analyze each year, theological and ministerial studies was ranked #62 in the country. In fact 15,832 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2020-2021.

It's not easy to decide which program to enroll in when you have so many options available. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

The Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking is one of many tools that Course Advisor has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 10 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to see which ones offered the best doctor's degree programs for students. Factors related to overall quality of the school, post-graduation earnings, average student debt, and more accumulated were considered when coming up with this list.

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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

Check out the theology doctor's degree programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.

Top 10 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools

#1

Drew University

Madison, NJ

Our 2023 rankings named Drew University the best school in the Middle Atlantic Region for theological and ministerial studies students working on their doctor’s degree. Located in the suburb of Madison, Drew is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Union Theological Seminary. The school came in at #2 on this year’s Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the large city of New York, Union is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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#3

Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA

Out of the 10 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Lancaster Bible College landed the # 3 spot on the list. Lancaster Bible College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Lancaster.

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#4

Howard University

Washington, DC

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Howard University. The school came in at #4 on this year’s Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the large city of Washington, Howard is a private not-for-profit college with a large student population.

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#5

Clarks Summit University

South Abington Township, PA

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Clarks Summit University. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the large suburb of South Abington Township, CSU is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

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#6

Northeastern Seminary

Rochester, NY

Northeastern Seminary did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best places for theological and ministerial studies students to get a doctor’s degree. It came in at #6 on the list. Located in the large suburb of Rochester, Northeastern Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

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Lancaster Theological Seminary did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best places for theological and ministerial studies students to get a doctor’s degree. It came in at #7 on the list. Lancaster Theological Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Lancaster.

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Princeton Theological Seminary landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best doctor’s degree theological and ministerial studies programs. Princeton Seminary is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Princeton.

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#9

Missio Seminary

Hatfield, PA

Missio Seminary ranked #9 on this year’s Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the large city of Hatfield, Missio Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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#10

Nyack College

Nyack, NY

Nyack College came in at #10 in this year’s edition of the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Located in the large city of Nyack, Nyack is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges by State

Explore the best theological and ministerial studies colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic region.

State Degrees Awarded
Pennsylvania 569
New York 912
Maryland 71
New Jersey 248
District of Columbia 180

One of 7 majors within the area of study, theological and ministerial studies has other similar majors worth exploring.

Majors Similar to Theology

Related Major Annual Graduates
Biblical Studies 4,119
Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries 3,116
Religious Education 1,417
Missionary Studies 1,220
Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) 1,166

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 10 schools only.

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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