Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries at Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI · Bachelor's Degree · about 6 graduates a year
Spring Arbor University graduates in pastoral counseling and specialized ministries earn 14% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Spring Arbor University Compares for Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
All 29 colleges reporting pastoral counseling and specialized ministries 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 | Boise Bible College Boise, ID | $55,360 | $58,868 | #1 | — |
| 2 | Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA | $52,477 | $47,751 | #10 | $37,436 |
| 3 | Gordon College Wenham, MA | $52,173 | $45,944 | #12 | — |
| 4 | Nazarene Bible College Colorado Springs, CO | $49,899 | $46,665 | #11 | — |
| 5 | Regent University Virginia Beach, VA | $49,799 | $45,347 | #13 | $33,407 |
| 6 | Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX | $49,408 | $50,233 | #2 | — |
| 7 | Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA | $47,805 | $48,618 | #6 | — |
| 8 | Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL | $46,933 | $49,954 | #4 | — |
| 9 | Liberty University Lynchburg, VA | $46,531 | $42,371 | #17 | $34,083 |
| 10 | Lee University Cleveland, TN | $45,844 | $50,080 | #3 | $35,189 |
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| 21 | Lancaster Bible College Lancaster, PA | $38,779 | $39,439 | #25 | $35,286 |
| 22 | Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI | $38,298 | $40,381 | #21 | — |
| 23 | Bethel University Mishawaka, IN | $37,149 | $39,854 | #24 | $31,046 |
| 24 | Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI | $36,814 | $38,816 | #26 | $19,557 |
| 25 | Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI | $36,728 | $38,217 | #27 | — |
| 26 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK | $36,493 | $40,973 | #20 | — |
| 27 | John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR | $35,601 | $41,953 | #18 | $27,996 |
Other Majors at Spring Arbor University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $91,869 | $77,680 | #276 of 966 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $66,338 | $57,710 | #569 of 796 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $62,928 | $51,204 | #675 of 1176 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $50,735 | $47,121 | #283 of 476 |
| Social Work | $49,642 | $39,071 | #287 of 420 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $48,809 | $37,401 | #74 of 172 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,270 | $42,172 | #270 of 345 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $43,021 | — | #173 of 423 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $42,461 | $41,324 | #162 of 177 |
| Psychology | $41,167 | $35,492 | #941 of 1027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Spring Arbor University pastoral counseling and specialized ministries graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $19,557 one year after graduating and $36,814 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Spring Arbor University rank for pastoral counseling and specialized ministries?
Among 29 colleges reporting earnings for pastoral counseling and specialized ministries graduates, Spring Arbor University ranks #24 by median pay four years after graduation, and #26 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is pastoral counseling and specialized ministries at Spring Arbor University worth it?
Its graduates earn 14% less than the national median for pastoral counseling and specialized ministries ($42,915).
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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.
