by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Tennessee to review for the 2025 Best Pastoral Studies/Counseling Schools in Tennessee ranking.
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 Pastoral Studies/Counseling Schools in Tennessee list, to help you choose the best school for you. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the pastoral studies/counseling degrees they offer, see the list below.
Lee University is a great option for students pursuing a degree in pastoral studies/counseling. Lee University is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Cleveland.More information about a degree in pastoral studies/counseling from Lee University
Explore all the Best Pastoral Studies/Counseling Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 715 | 22 |
| North Carolina | 710 | 29 |
| Georgia | 690 | 33 |
| Virginia | 630 | 13 |
| South Carolina | 530 | 0 |
| Kentucky | 518 | 31 |
| Mississippi | 501 | 0 |
| Alabama | 500 | 18 |
| Louisiana | 489 | 43 |
| Arkansas | 466 | 1 |
Pastoral Studies/Counseling is one of 6 different types of Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Youth Ministry | 35 |
| Lay Ministry | 25 |
| Other Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 22 |
| Urban Ministry | 12 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.