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2023 Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Oregon

8 Colleges
$39,683 Avg Salary
$26,835 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies School for You

With 211 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, theological and ministerial studies is the #55 most popular major in Oregon.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for students. You're no longer limited to schools in your local area, either, since online programs are becoming more prevalent. Or you may find the programs at a trade school to be a better alternative for you.

The Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Oregon ranking is one of many tools that Course Advisor has developed to help you make your educational decision. Our analysis looked at 8 schools in Oregon to see which 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 .

#1

Western Seminary

Portland, OR

Our 2023 rankings named Western Seminary the most popular school in Oregon for theological and ministerial studies students. Located in the city of Portland, Western Seminary-San Jose is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Western Seminary Report

#2

George Fox University

Newberg, OR

Out of the 8 schools in Oregon that were part of this year’s ranking, George Fox University landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the fringe town of Newberg, GFU is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at George Fox University Report

#3

Multnomah University

Portland, OR

The excellent programs at Multnomah University helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Oregon. Located in the city of Portland, Multnomah University is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Read full report on Theological & Ministerial Studies at Multnomah University

#4

Mount Angel Seminary

Saint Benedict, OR

The excellent programs at Mount Angel Seminary helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Oregon. Located in the town of Saint Benedict, Mount Angel Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Mount Angel Seminary Report

#5

Corban University

Salem, OR

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Corban University. The school came in at #5 on this year’s Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Oregon list. Located in the midsize city of Salem, Corban is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

The average amount in student loans that theology majors at Corban take out is $26,835.

Read full report on Theological & Ministerial Studies at Corban University

#6

University of Portland

Portland, OR

University of Portland did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular schools for theological and ministerial studies students. It came in at #6 on the list. University of Portland is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Portland.

Read full report on Theological & Ministerial Studies at University of Portland

#7

Pacific Bible College

Medford, OR

Pacific Bible College ranked #7 on this year’s Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Oregon list. Pacific Bible College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Medford.

Read full report on Theological & Ministerial Studies at Pacific Bible College

#7

Bushnell University

Eugene, OR

Bushnell University came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Oregon ranking. Bushnell University is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the midsize city of Eugene.

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State Degrees Awarded
California 1,281
Washington 198
Hawaii 11
Alaska 4

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.

  • 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.

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