by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2025 ranking, College Factual looked at 2 schools in Virginia to determine which ones were the best for biblical studies students pursuing a degree. Combined, these schools handed out 327 degrees in biblical studies to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Biblical Studies Schools in Virginia list, to help you choose the best school for you. More interested in schools in a specific area of the country? Filter this list by region or state.
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The schools below may not offer all types of bible degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
Liberty University is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a degree in biblical studies. Liberty University is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the small city of Lynchburg.
After graduation, bible degree recipients generally earn an average of $31,544 at the beginning of their careers.
More information about a degree in biblical studies from Liberty University
Any student pursuing a degree in biblical studies has to look into Regent University. Located in the city of Virginia Beach, Regent is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.
Students who graduate with their degree from the bible program report average early career income of $31,604.
More information about a degree in biblical studies from Regent UniversityExplore all the Best Biblical Studies Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 287 | 91 |
| Florida | 282 | 119 |
| North Carolina | 279 | 127 |
| Tennessee | 269 | 242 |
| South Carolina | 248 | 123 |
| Kentucky | 244 | 90 |
| Louisiana | 242 | 18 |
| Mississippi | 234 | 69 |
| Arkansas | 234 | 48 |
| Alabama | 233 | 42 |
| West Virginia | 207 | 45 |
Biblical Studies is one of 7 different types of Theology & Religious Vocations programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 327 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | 2,138 |
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 198 |
| Sacred Music | 116 |
| Religious Education | 61 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) | 6 |
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