Theological and Ministerial Studies at Lenoir-Rhyne University
Hickory, NC · Master's Degree · about 18 graduates a year
Lenoir-Rhyne University graduates in theological and ministerial studies earn 55% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Lenoir-Rhyne University Compares for Theological and Ministerial Studies
All 94 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 | Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion New York, NY | $117,823 | $112,143 | #1 | $114,729 |
| 2 | The King's University Southlake, TX | $100,714 | $102,397 | #3 | $52,539 |
| 3 | Concordia Seminary Saint Louis, MO | $97,155 | $104,171 | #2 | $95,127 |
| 4 | Lenoir-Rhyne University Hickory, NC | $95,302 | $102,273 | #4 | — |
| 5 | Church Divinity School of the Pacific Berkeley, CA | $94,644 | $86,120 | #6 | $77,641 |
| 6 | Luther Seminary Saint Paul, MN | $81,169 | $77,534 | #8 | $60,439 |
| 7 | The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA | $81,084 | $73,781 | #15 | $66,923 |
| 8 | Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne, IN | $80,818 | $86,703 | #5 | $79,744 |
| 9 | United Lutheran Seminary Gettysburg, PA | $75,543 | $76,828 | #9 | $59,856 |
| 10 | Nazarene Theological Seminary Kansas City, MO | $74,925 | $80,335 | #7 | $47,492 |
Other Majors at Lenoir-Rhyne University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $111,305 | $100,594 | #185 of 216 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $102,015 | — | #400 of 432 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $72,784 | $47,360 | #774 of 861 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $70,612 | $68,628 | #116 of 211 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $56,560 | $42,066 | #144 of 204 |
| Human Services | $56,364 | $39,939 | #17 of 23 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $49,919 | $44,836 | #343 of 380 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Lenoir-Rhyne University theological and ministerial studies graduates make?
Graduates earn $95,302 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Lenoir-Rhyne University rank for theological and ministerial studies?
Among 94 colleges reporting earnings for theological and ministerial studies graduates, Lenoir-Rhyne University ranks #4 by median pay four years after graduation, and #4 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theological and ministerial studies at Lenoir-Rhyne University worth it?
Its graduates earn 55% more than the national median for theological and ministerial studies ($61,300).
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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.