by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in the Far Western US Region to review for the 2025 Best Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries 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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The pastoral counseling school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries Doctor's Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for pastoral counseling & specialized ministries students seeking a a doctor's degree.
It's difficult to beat The Master's University and Seminary if you want to pursue a doctor's degree in pastoral counseling & specialized ministries. Located in the 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 counseling & specialized ministries from The Master’s University and Seminary
Explore the best pastoral counseling & specialized ministries schools for a specific state in the Far Western US Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 180 | 27 |
| Oregon | 107 | 38 |
One of 7 majors within the Theology & Religious Vocations area of study, Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | 71 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | 162 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) | 55 |
| Missionary Studies | 41 |
| Religious Education | 9 |