Religious Education at University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY · Bachelor's Degree · about 28 graduates a year
University of the Cumberlands graduates in religious education earn 10% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 55% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of the Cumberlands Compares for Religious Education
All 12 colleges reporting religious education 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 | Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE | $55,729 | $57,598 | #1 | $55,023 |
| 2 | Grace Christian University Wyoming, MI | $52,314 | $55,159 | #2 | $33,308 |
| 3 | Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX | $50,647 | $51,493 | #3 | $32,426 |
| 4 | Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield, IL | $46,286 | $45,476 | #6 | $31,903 |
| 5 | College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX | $45,822 | $46,588 | #4 | — |
| 6 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ | $45,165 | $46,408 | #5 | $37,273 |
| 7 | Wheaton College Wheaton, IL | $42,605 | $41,859 | #9 | $31,892 |
| 8 | Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH | $40,987 | $43,739 | #8 | $35,803 |
| 9 | Biola University La Mirada, CA | $40,261 | $36,635 | #10 | $30,887 |
| 10 | University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY | $39,211 | $44,399 | #7 | — |
| 11 | Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN | $36,826 | $35,177 | #12 | $32,276 |
| 12 | Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL | $36,770 | $36,126 | #11 | $30,671 |
Other Majors at University of the Cumberlands by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $94,183 | $81,012 | #220 of 966 |
| Business/Commerce | $59,760 | $46,242 | #206 of 271 |
| Biology | $59,702 | $27,786 | #345 of 841 |
| Accounting and Related Services | — | $50,102 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $45,660 | $31,401 | #525 of 610 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $45,061 | $21,137 | #40 of 50 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $41,785 | $37,564 | #639 of 660 |
| Psychology | $40,751 | $36,913 | #955 of 1027 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | $40,725 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | $40,699 | $27,754 | #626 of 660 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $40,093 | $35,470 | #640 of 680 |
| Human Services | $37,823 | $32,938 | #90 of 94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of the Cumberlands religious education graduates make?
Graduates earn $39,211 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of the Cumberlands rank for religious education?
Among 12 colleges reporting earnings for religious education graduates, University of the Cumberlands ranks #10 by median pay four years after graduation, and #7 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is religious education at University of the Cumberlands worth it?
Its graduates earn 10% less than the national median for religious education ($43,633), and the median federal debt at graduation is $21,593.
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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.