Theology and Religious Vocations at The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC · Master's Degree · about 23 graduates a year
The Catholic University of America graduates in theology and religious vocations earn 6% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How The Catholic University of America 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 Theology and Religious Vocations Credentials at The Catholic University of America
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Degree | $60,324 | $82,608 | — |
Other Majors at The Catholic University of America by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $114,102 | $111,840 | #321 of 432 |
| Business/Commerce | $103,834 | $75,162 | #42 of 75 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | $70,993 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | $68,008 | — | #23 of 94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do The Catholic University of America theology and religious vocations graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $55,582 one year after graduating and $51,318 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does The Catholic University of America rank for theology and religious vocations?
Among 9 colleges reporting earnings for theology and religious vocations graduates, The Catholic University of America ranks #9 by median pay four years after graduation, and #9 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theology and religious vocations at The Catholic University of America worth it?
Its graduates earn 6% less 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.