Bible/Biblical Studies at Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL · Bachelor's Degree · about 45 graduates a year
Moody Bible Institute graduates in bible/biblical studies earn 13% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 25% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Moody Bible Institute Compares for Bible/Biblical Studies
All 35 colleges reporting bible/biblical 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 | Biola University La Mirada, CA | $58,569 | $53,294 | #10 | $37,518 |
| 2 | Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX | $58,031 | $59,001 | #2 | $37,958 |
| 3 | Carolina University Winston-salem, NC | $56,995 | $61,164 | #1 | $39,834 |
| 4 | Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI | $53,966 | $56,154 | #7 | — |
| 5 | Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN | $53,497 | $57,392 | #5 | $46,674 |
| 6 | Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion, IN | $53,497 | $57,392 | #6 | $46,674 |
| 7 | University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN | $51,761 | $49,443 | #15 | $41,123 |
| 8 | Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA | $51,475 | $46,839 | #17 | — |
| 9 | Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL | $50,342 | $49,461 | #14 | $35,114 |
| 10 | Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN | $50,335 | $54,986 | #8 | $44,142 |
| 11 | Regent University Virginia Beach, VA | $48,776 | $44,415 | #23 | $31,604 |
| 12 | Harding University Searcy, AR | $48,762 | $57,462 | #4 | $48,073 |
Other Bible/Biblical Studies Credentials at Moody Bible Institute
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,860 | $66,956 | $18,000 |
Other Majors at Moody Bible Institute by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | $67,178 | — | #6 of 7 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $48,158 | $36,963 | #502 of 660 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | $44,522 | $35,426 | #16 of 29 |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | $40,561 | $26,236 | #3 of 5 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | $38,907 | $33,488 | #23 of 25 |
| Religious Education | $36,770 | $30,671 | #12 of 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Moody Bible Institute bible/biblical studies graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $35,114 one year after graduating and $50,342 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Moody Bible Institute rank for bible/biblical studies?
Among 35 colleges reporting earnings for bible/biblical studies graduates, Moody Bible Institute ranks #9 by median pay four years after graduation, and #14 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is bible/biblical studies at Moody Bible Institute worth it?
Its graduates earn 13% more than the national median for bible/biblical studies ($44,533), and the median federal debt at graduation is $12,690.
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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.