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2023 Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

33 Colleges
$26,036 Avg Salary
$27,158 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Bachelor'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.

To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Course Advisor has developed this Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Our analysis looked at 33 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to see which bachelor's degree programs were the most popular for students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the Theological & Ministerial Studies program at each school on the list.

The colleges and universities below are the most popular for theology majors pursuing a bachelor's degree.

#1

Yeshivath Viznitz

Monsey, NY

Our 2023 rankings named Yeshivath Viznitz the most popular school in the Middle Atlantic Region for theological and ministerial studies students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the large suburb of Monsey, Yeshivath Viznitz is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Yeshivath Viznitz Report

The in-demand bachelor’s degree programs at Rabbinical College of Ohr Shimon Yisroel helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular theological and ministerial studies schools in the Middle Atlantic Region . Rabbinical College of Ohr Shimon Yisroel is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of Brooklyn.

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The in-demand bachelor’s degree programs at Rabbinical Seminary of America helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular theological and ministerial studies schools in the Middle Atlantic Region . Rabbinical Seminary of America is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Flushing.

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The in-demand bachelor’s degree programs at Sh’or Yoshuv Rabbinical College helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular theological and ministerial studies schools in the Middle Atlantic Region . Located in the suburb of Lawrence, Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

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Out of the 33 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College landed the # 5 spot on the list. Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the rural area of Mount Kisco.

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#6

Nyack College

Nyack, NY

Nyack College landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular bachelor’s degree theological and ministerial studies programs. Located in the large city of Nyack, Nyack is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Of the 13 students majoring in theology at Nyack, 77% are male and 23% are female.

The average amount in student loans that theology majors at Nyack take out while working on their Bachelor's Degree is $34,256.

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#7

Grove City College

Grove City, PA

With a ranking of #7, Grove City College did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for theological and ministerial studies students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the distant town of Grove City, Grove City College is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Women make up 75% of the theology majors at the school.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Grove City College Report

#7

University of Valley Forge

Phoenixville, PA

With a ranking of #7, University of Valley Forge did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for theological and ministerial studies students working on their bachelor’s degree. Located in the suburb of Phoenixville, UVF is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

Women make up 33% of the theology majors at the school.

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Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary came in at #9 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Located in the large suburb of Peekskill, Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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#10

Mount St Mary's University

Emmitsburg, MD

Mount St Mary’s University ranked #10 on this year’s Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the fringe town of Emmitsburg, The Mount is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Women make up 70% of the theology majors at the school.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Mount St Mary’s University Report

Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges by State

Explore the best theological and ministerial studies schools 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 25 schools only.

  • 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).
  • Credit for the banner image above goes to Jonund.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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