by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in the Far Western US Region to review for the 2025 Best Pastoral Studies/Counseling Doctor's Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Doctor's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Pastoral Studies/Counseling Doctor's Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a doctor's degree in pastoral studies/counseling.
The Master's University and Seminary is one of the best schools in the country for getting a doctor's degree in pastoral studies/counseling. Located in the large suburb of Santa Clarita, The Master's University is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a doctorate in pastoral studies/counseling from The Master’s University and Seminary
Explore the best pastoral studies/counseling schools for a specific state in the Far Western US Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 381 | 27 |
| Oregon | 145 | 38 |
One of 6 majors within the Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries area of study, Pastoral Studies/Counseling has other similar majors worth exploring.