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2025 Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

5 Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region
3,236 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$43,078 Avg Early-Career Salary
If you're seeking a degree in theology & religious vocations, you will have fewer peers than average since the major degree program is the #26 one in the country in terms of popularity.As such, your educational options may be more limited than if you were in a more popular field.

College Factual looked at 5 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 3,236 degrees in theology & religious vocations to qualified students.

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Choosing a Great Theology & Religious Vocations School

Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region The theology & religious vocations program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Theology & Religious Vocations rankings. For our Best Overall Theology & Religious Vocations School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.

You may want to choose one of the degree levels below to find the schools of most interest to you.

Theology & Religious Vocations Rankings by Degree Level

Associate Degrees in Theology & Religious Vocations
Bachelor's Degrees in Theology & Religious Vocations
Master's Degrees in Theology & Religious Vocations
Doctor's Degrees in Theology & Religious Vocations

When choosing the right school for you, it's important to arm yourself with all the facts you can. To that end, we've created a number of major-specific rankings, including this Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list to help you make the college decision. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.

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Best Schools for Theology & Religious Vocations in the Middle Atlantic Region

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the theology & religious vocations degree levels they offer.

Top Middle Atlantic Region Schools in Theology & Religious Vocations

1
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
272 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$41,550 Median Starting Salary

It's hard to beat Lancaster Bible College if you wish to pursue a degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the suburb of Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

There were roughly 272 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Lancaster Bible College in the most recent year we have data available. After graduating, theology & religious vocations degree recipients usually earn around $41,550 in the first five years of their career.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Lancaster Bible College

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Clarks Summit University
Clarks Summit, PA
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
84 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$31,712 Median Starting Salary

Clarks Summit University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the suburb of Clarks Summit, CSU is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly small student population.

There were roughly 84 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at CSU in the most recent data year. Students who graduate with their degree from the theology & religious vocations program report average early career income of $31,712.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Clarks Summit University

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Davis College
Pottersville, NY

Davis College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the rural area of Pottersville, Davis College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

There were approximately 15 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Davis College in the most recent data year. After graduation, theology & religious vocations degree recipients generally make about $25,743 in the first five years of their career.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Davis College

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University of Valley Forge
Phoenixville, PA
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
33 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
3.0% Growth in Graduates

University of Valley Forge is one of the best schools in the country for getting a degree in theology & religious vocations. UVF is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Phoenixville.

There were approximately 33 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at UVF in the most recent year we have data available. Students who receive their degree from the theology & religious vocations program earn an average of $25,051 for their early career.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from University of Valley Forge

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Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
$18,339 Median Starting Salary

Elim is a small private not-for-profit college located in the rural area of Lima.

There were about 25 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Elim in the most recent year we have data available. Graduates who receive their degree from the theology & religious vocations program make around $18,339 in the first couple years of working.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Elim Bible Institute and College

Best Theology & Religious Vocations Colleges by State

Explore the best theology & religious vocations colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
New Jersey 38 284
Pennsylvania 38 1,114
New York 38 1,022
Maryland 37 71
District of Columbia 33 333

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Theology & Religious Vocations Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
Theological & Ministerial Studies 1,816
Missionary Studies 429
Biblical Studies 390
Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries 254
Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) 159
Religious Education 133
Sacred Music 37
Religious Institution Administration and Law 18

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