Theology and Religious Vocations at Biola University
La Mirada, CA · Master's Degree · about 16 graduates a year
Biola University graduates in theology and religious vocations earn 11% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Biola University Compares for Theology and Religious Vocations
All 9 colleges reporting theology and religious vocations earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Union University Jackson, TN | $80,560 | $88,003 | #1 | $49,860 |
| 2 | Dallas Theological Seminary Dallas, TX | $77,390 | $78,683 | #2 | $63,025 |
| 3 | Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA | $62,239 | $56,633 | #5 | $50,968 |
| 4 | Biola University La Mirada, CA | $60,758 | $55,286 | #6 | $30,120 |
| 5 | Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN | $59,169 | $63,477 | #3 | $51,013 |
| 6 | Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion, IN | $59,169 | $63,477 | #4 | $51,013 |
| 7 | Iliff School of Theology Denver, CO | $58,865 | $55,050 | #7 | $49,074 |
| 8 | Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL | $55,673 | $54,698 | #8 | $32,025 |
| 9 | The Catholic University of America Washington, DC | $51,318 | $44,968 | #9 | $55,582 |
Other Majors at Biola University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | $99,007 | $74,838 | #122 of 349 |
| Business/Commerce | $90,894 | $72,766 | #53 of 75 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $86,263 | $70,949 | #14 of 243 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | $77,659 | $54,958 | — |
| Education | $76,309 | $59,817 | #33 of 214 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | $62,024 | $42,625 | #40 of 94 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | $57,874 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | $56,442 | $50,058 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Biola University theology and religious vocations graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $30,120 one year after graduating and $60,758 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Biola University rank for theology and religious vocations?
Among 9 colleges reporting earnings for theology and religious vocations graduates, Biola University ranks #4 by median pay four years after graduation, and #6 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theology and religious vocations at Biola University worth it?
Its graduates earn 11% more than the national median for theology and religious vocations ($54,640).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.