by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. In addition, we cover how SEU ranks in comparison to other schools with theology programs.
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SEU was ranked #9 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for theology majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #1 in Florida.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Southeastern University handed out 230 bachelor's degrees in theological & ministerial studies. This is a decrease of 13% over the previous year when 263 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 63 students received their master’s degree in theology from SEU. This makes it the #36 most popular school for theology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 5 students received their doctoral degrees in theology in 2022, making the school the #64 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Theology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from SEU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $29,809 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $32,211 for all theology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SEU, theology students borrow a median amount of $23,011 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all theology bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $37,366.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the theology program at SEU is $212 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at SEU paid an average of $1,268 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $30,432 | $30,432 |
| Fees | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,020 | $11,020 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $7,800 | $7,800 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 50% of theology bachelor's degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at SEU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 71% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southeastern University with a bachelor's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 19 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 |
| White | 164 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 10 |
SEU does not offer an online option for its theology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the SEU Online Learning page.
Theology majors graduating with a master's degree from SEU make a median salary of $41,691 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $48,372.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 94 theology majors earned their master's degree from SEU. Of these graduates, 61% were men and 39% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at SEU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 68% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southeastern University with a master's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 |
| White | 64 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 7 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 116 theology majors earned their associate's degree from SEU. Of these graduates, 42% were men and 58% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southeastern University with a associate's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 13 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 87 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theology majors at Southeastern University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 37 |
| Sacred Music | 19 |
| Biblical Studies | 7 |
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