Theological and Ministerial Studies at Carolina University
Winston-salem, NC · Bachelor's Degree
Carolina University graduates in theological and ministerial studies earn 13% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 51% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Carolina 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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| 21 | Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN | $39,949 | $38,160 | #25 | $15,327 |
| 22 | Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH | $39,091 | $41,716 | #21 | $29,656 |
| 23 | Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL | $38,907 | $38,226 | #24 | $33,488 |
| 24 | Carolina University Winston-salem, NC | $38,859 | $41,701 | #22 | — |
| 25 | Benedictine College Atchison, KS | $36,829 | $38,234 | #23 | $32,202 |
Other Theological and Ministerial Studies Credentials at Carolina University
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,372 | $51,238 | — |
Other Majors at Carolina University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | $56,995 | $39,834 | #3 of 35 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | $34,325 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Carolina University theological and ministerial studies graduates make?
Graduates earn $38,859 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Carolina University rank for theological and ministerial studies?
Among 25 colleges reporting earnings for theological and ministerial studies graduates, Carolina University ranks #24 by median pay four years after graduation, and #22 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theological and ministerial studies at Carolina University worth it?
Its graduates earn 13% less than the national median for theological and ministerial studies ($44,535), and the median federal debt at graduation is $19,691.
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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.