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2023 Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Washington

9 Colleges
$37,778 Avg Salary
$23,048 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies School for You

With 198 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, theological and ministerial studies is the #87 most popular major in Washington.

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 assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Course Advisor has created its Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Washington ranking. This report analyzed 9 schools in Washington to see which ones were the most popular programs 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 .

Our 2023 rankings named Northwest University - College of Adult and Professional Studies the most popular school in Washington for theological and ministerial studies students. Located in the suburb of Kirkland, Northwest University CAPS is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

While working on their degree, theology majors at Northwest University CAPS accumulate an average of around $23,310 in student debt.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Northwest University - College of Adult and Professional Studies Report

A rank of #2 on this year’s list means Faith International University is a great place for theological and ministerial studies students. Located in the city of Tacoma, Faith is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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#3

Seattle University

Seattle, WA

A rank of #3 on this year’s list means Seattle University is a great place for theological and ministerial studies students. Seattle U is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Seattle.

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#4

Northwest University

Kirkland, WA

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Northwest University. The school came in at #4 on this year’s Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Washington list. Northwest University is a small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Kirkland.

The average amount in student loans that theology majors at Northwest University take out is $23,310.

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Out of the 9 schools in Washington that were part of this year’s ranking, Seattle Pacific University landed the # 5 spot on the list. Located in the city of Seattle, SPU is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Theology majors at SPU take out an average of $22,000 in student loans while working on their egree.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Seattle Pacific University Report

#6

Gonzaga University

Spokane, WA

Gonzaga University came in at #6 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Washington ranking. Gonzaga is a medium-sized private not-for-profit school located in the medium-sized city of Spokane.

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#7

Whitworth University

Spokane, WA

Whitworth University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular schools for theological and ministerial studies students. It came in at #7 on the list. Whitworth is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Spokane.

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#8

Walla Walla University

College Place, WA

Walla Walla University came in at #8 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Washington ranking. Walla Walla U is a small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of College Place.

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The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology landed the #9 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular theological and ministerial studies programs. The Seattle School is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Seattle.

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Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
California 1,281
Oregon 211
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 9 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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