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2023 Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Iowa

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$54,975 Avg Salary

Finding the Best Theological & Ministerial Studies School for You

In 2020-2021, 92 degrees and certificates were awarded to theological and ministerial studies students who went to a Iowa college or university. This makes it the #97 most popular major in the state.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for students. 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.

Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Course Advisor has created the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Iowa to help you in your search for the best school for you. This report analyzed 8 schools in Iowa 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.

Check out the theology programs at these schools if you want to attend one of the most popular in Iowa.

Our 2023 rankings named Wartburg Theological Seminary the most popular school in Iowa for theological and ministerial studies students. Located in the small city of Dubuque, Wartburg Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Full Theological & Ministerial Studies at Wartburg Theological Seminary Report

#2

University of Dubuque

Dubuque, IA

The excellent programs at University of Dubuque helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Iowa. Located in the small city of Dubuque, UD is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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The excellent programs at Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best theological and ministerial studies schools in Iowa. FBBC&TS is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Ankeny.

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#4

Divine Word College

Epworth, IA

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Divine Word College. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Iowa list. Located in the rural area of Epworth, Divine Word College is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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#5

Grand View University

Des Moines, IA

A rank of #5 on this year’s list means Grand View University is a great place for theological and ministerial studies students. Located in the midsize city of Des Moines, Grand View University is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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#6

Saint Ambrose University

Davenport, IA

Saint Ambrose University came in at #6 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Theological & Ministerial Studies Schools in Iowa ranking. St. Ambrose University is a small private not-for-profit school located in the medium-sized city of Davenport.

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#7

Dordt University

Sioux Center, IA

With a ranking of #7, Dordt University did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for theological and ministerial studies students. Dordt is a small private not-for-profit school located in the remote town of Sioux Center.

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#8

Briar Cliff University

Sioux City, IA

Briar Cliff University landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular theological and ministerial studies programs. Located in the city of Sioux City, Briar Cliff is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

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Best Theological & Ministerial Studies Colleges in the Plains States Region

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

State Degrees Awarded
Missouri 850
Minnesota 403
Kansas 108
Nebraska 42
North Dakota 35
South Dakota 39

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.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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