Theological and Ministerial Studies at Ave Maria University
Ave Maria, FL · Bachelor's Degree · about 10 graduates a year
Ave Maria University graduates in theological and ministerial studies earn 5% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 47% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Ave Maria University Compares for Theological and Ministerial Studies
All 25 colleges reporting theological and ministerial studies 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 | Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO | $58,775 | $54,966 | #5 | — |
| 2 | Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE | $58,162 | $60,113 | #1 | $19,316 |
| 3 | Nazarene Bible College Colorado Springs, CO | $56,855 | $53,171 | #6 | $40,357 |
| 4 | University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN | $54,758 | $58,745 | #2 | $45,874 |
| 5 | The King's University Southlake, TX | $54,618 | $55,530 | #4 | $29,593 |
| 6 | Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL | $53,398 | $56,835 | #3 | $28,383 |
| 7 | Northwest University Kirkland, WA | $52,385 | $48,183 | #9 | $41,139 |
| 8 | Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland, WA | $52,385 | $48,183 | #10 | $41,139 |
| 9 | Hope International University Fullerton, CA | $50,647 | $46,085 | #14 | — |
| 10 | Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA | $50,557 | $46,502 | #13 | $32,220 |
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| 15 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK | $45,360 | $50,929 | #7 | $27,088 |
| 16 | Southeastern University Lakeland, FL | $44,106 | $46,945 | #11 | $29,809 |
| 17 | Corban University Salem, OR | $43,303 | $43,558 | #19 | — |
| 18 | Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL | $42,457 | $45,190 | #16 | $26,924 |
| 19 | Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL | $42,322 | $45,046 | #17 | $34,350 |
| 20 | Lee University Cleveland, TN | $40,791 | $44,560 | #18 | — |
| 21 | Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN | $39,949 | $38,160 | #25 | $15,327 |
Other Majors at Ave Maria University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | $71,237 | — | #452 of 796 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | $69,058 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $67,139 | — | #37 of 476 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $63,839 | — | #638 of 1176 |
| Psychology | $49,235 | $30,640 | #586 of 1027 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $36,842 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Ave Maria University theological and ministerial studies graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $26,924 one year after graduating and $42,457 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Ave Maria University rank for theological and ministerial studies?
Among 25 colleges reporting earnings for theological and ministerial studies graduates, Ave Maria University ranks #18 by median pay four years after graduation, and #16 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theological and ministerial studies at Ave Maria University worth it?
Its graduates earn 5% less than the national median for theological and ministerial studies ($44,535), and the median federal debt at graduation is $20,000.
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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.