Theological and Ministerial Studies at Northwest University
Kirkland, WA · Bachelor's Degree · about 10 graduates a year
Northwest University graduates in theological and ministerial studies earn 18% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 48% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Northwest 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 |
Other Theological and Ministerial Studies Credentials at Northwest University
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate's Degree | — | $45,166 | $17,533 |
Other Majors at Northwest University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $89,673 | $84,504 | #380 of 966 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $72,343 | $54,779 | #308 of 1176 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $58,134 | $49,499 | #49 of 680 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $56,136 | $45,209 | #131 of 178 |
| Psychology | $54,357 | $30,547 | #278 of 1027 |
| Music | $37,112 | $31,179 | #223 of 268 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Northwest University theological and ministerial studies graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $41,139 one year after graduating and $52,385 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Northwest University rank for theological and ministerial studies?
Among 25 colleges reporting earnings for theological and ministerial studies graduates, Northwest University ranks #7 by median pay four years after graduation, and #9 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is theological and ministerial studies at Northwest University worth it?
Its graduates earn 18% more than the national median for theological and ministerial studies ($44,535), and the median federal debt at graduation is $25,000.
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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.