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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in Texas

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

With 794 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, theological and ministerial studies is the #75 most popular major in Texas.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for students. As online education oppotunities continue to grow, you're not restricted to just schools in your local area anymore. Even some of the 'big name' schools are offering online courses. Also, there are a number of trade schools with offerings that you might find attractive.

To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Course Advisor has developed this Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in Texas ranking. This report analyzed 8 schools in Texas to see which ones offered the best doctor's degree programs for students. The factors used to develop this ranking include those related to how in-demand the school is, the overall quality of the school, and post-graduation wages, and more.

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2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas

The following schools top our list of the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor's Degree Colleges.

Top Texas Schools for a Doctorate in Theological & Ministerial Studies

#1

Brite Divinity School

Fort Worth, TX

Our analysis found Brite Divinity School to be the best school for theological and ministerial studies students who want to pursue a doctor’s degree in Texas. Brite Divinity is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of Fort Worth.

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You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Dallas Theological Seminary. The school came in at #2 on this year’s Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas list. DTS Dallas is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of Dallas.

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The excellent doctor’s degree programs at Southern Methodist University helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Texas. Located in the large suburb of Dallas, SMU is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly large student population.

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#4

Baylor University

Waco, TX

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Baylor University. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas list. Located in the city of Waco, Baylor is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly large student population.

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The excellent doctor’s degree programs at Houston Graduate School of Theology helped the school earn the #5 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Texas. Located in the city of Houston, Houston Graduate School of Theology is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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#6

The King's University

Southlake, TX

The King’s University landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best doctor’s degree theological and ministerial studies programs. Located in the suburb of Southlake, TKU is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly small student population.

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Hardin - Simmons University landed the #7 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best doctor’s degree theological and ministerial studies programs. Located in the city of Abilene, Hardin - Simmons is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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Southwestern Assemblies of God University ranked #8 on this year’s Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Doctor’s Degree Schools in Texas list. Located in the suburb of Waxahachie, Southwestern Assemblies of God University is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges in the Southwest Region

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State Degrees Awarded
Arizona 87
Oklahoma 222

Theological & Ministerial Studies is one of 7 different types of programs to choose from.

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 8 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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