by our College Data Analytics Team
[Christian Studies](/majors/philosophy-and-religious-studies/religious-studies/christian-studies/) degree programs vary widely in price and payoff across the country. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong christian studies education at a price that pays off.
For its 2027 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 10 schools to find the best return on investment for christian studies students.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the christian studies degrees they offer, see the list below.
Our analysis ranked Wayland Baptist University the best value for a degree in christian studies in the United States. Located in the town of Plainview, Wayland Baptist University is a mid-sized private not-for-profit university. In-state tuition and fees average $23,782. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $30,204. Early-career christian studies graduates make about $51,930. Set against $30,204 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 56%.
A rank of #2 makes Charleston Southern University one of the best values for christian studies. Charleston Southern University is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Charleston. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $32,520. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $27,569. Soon after graduation, christian studies degree recipients from Charleston Southern University generally make around $46,288. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 96%.
A rank of #3 makes Anderson University Sc one of the best values for christian studies. Set in the city of Anderson, Anderson University Sc is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $34,970. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $28,034. Soon after graduation, christian studies degree recipients from Anderson University Sc generally make around $49,036. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Anderson University Sc admits about 55% of applicants.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Hannibal Lagrange College earned it the #4 place for christian studies. Set in the town of Hannibal, Hannibal Lagrange College is a small private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $26,880. Christian Studies graduates carry a median of $21,705 in student loans. Soon after graduation, christian studies degree recipients from Hannibal Lagrange College generally make around $43,544. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 73%.
Students looking for strong value in christian studies will find it at Ohio Christian University, which ranked #5. Ohio Christian University is a small private not-for-profit school located in the rural area of Circleville. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $19,190. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $37,000. Early-career christian studies graduates make about $31,410. Set against $37,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 38%.
California Baptist University earned the #6 position for value in christian studies this year. Set in the city of Riverside, California Baptist University is a large private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $41,228. Christian Studies graduates carry a median of $24,474 in student loans. Early-career christian studies graduates make about $29,582. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 85% of applicants are accepted.
Mississippi College landed the #7 spot for christian studies value this year. Set in the suburb of Clinton, Mississippi College is a mid-sized private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $23,500. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $25,510. Christian Studies graduates of Mississippi College earn a median of $47,611 early in their careers. Set against $25,510 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Mississippi College admits about 29% of applicants.
Liberty University landed the #8 spot for christian studies value this year. Liberty University is a very large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Lynchburg. Students from in state pay about $16,173 in tuition and fees. Typical student debt for christian studies graduates is $36,495. Soon after graduation, christian studies degree recipients from Liberty University generally make around $38,540. That is a strong return on a $36,495 median debt. The acceptance rate is 99%.
Northwest Nazarene University earned the #9 position for value in christian studies this year. Located in the suburb of Nampa, Northwest Nazarene University is a large private not-for-profit university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $40,824. Students borrow a median of $27,650 to complete the christian studies program here. Christian Studies graduates of Northwest Nazarene University earn a median of $23,836 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Northwest Nazarene University admits about 65% of applicants.
Saint Joseph Seminary College came in at #10 for value in christian studies this year. Saint Joseph Seminary College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the rural area of St. Benedict. Students from in state pay about $27,750 in tuition and fees. Median earnings reach $38,366 ten years out.
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View All Christian Studies Rankings >This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 10 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 10 ranked schools only.
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