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2025 Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in Minnesota

5 Colleges in Minnesota
1,048 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.

In 2025, College Factual analyzed 5 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in Minnesota ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 1,048 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 Minnesota Your choice of theology & religious vocations school matters, so we have put together these rankings to help you make your decision. 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.

In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.

Pick Your Theology & Religious Vocations 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

Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Theology & Religious Vocations Schools in Minnesota 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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Best Schools for Theology & Religious Vocations in Minnesota

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 Minnesota Schools in Theology & Religious Vocations

1
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
252 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
8.3% Growth in Graduates

University of Northwestern - St Paul is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the large suburb of Saint Paul, Northwestern is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #441 out of 2,152 colleges nationwide means Northwestern is a great university overall.

There were roughly 252 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Northwestern in the most recent year we have data available. Students who receive their degree from the theology & religious vocations program earn about $41,446 in their early career salary.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from University of Northwestern - St Paul

2
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
107 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
17.8% Growth in Graduates

Martin Luther College is a great decision for students interested in a degree in theology & religious vocations. MLC is a small private not-for-profit college located in the distant town of New Ulm.

There were roughly 107 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at MLC in the most recent year we have data available. Soon after graduation, theology & religious vocations degree recipients generally make about $15,327 at the beginning of their careers.

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

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
112 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$46,495 Median Starting Salary

Bethel University Minnesota is a wonderful decision for students interested in a degree in theology & religious vocations. Bethel University Minnesota is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Saint Paul. This university ranks 14th out of 52 colleges for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.

There were roughly 112 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Bethel University Minnesota in the most recent year we have data available. Those theology & religious vocations students who get their degree from Bethel University Minnesota make $3,417 more than the standard theology & religious vocations grad.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Bethel University Minnesota

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Crown College
Saint Bonifacius, MN
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
95 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$27,491 Median Starting Salary

Crown College is a good option for students pursuing a degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the rural area of Saint Bonifacius, Crown is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. This college ranks 50th out of 52 schools for overall quality in the state of Minnesota.

There were roughly 95 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at Crown in the most recent data year. After graduation, theology & religious vocations degree recipients generally make an average of $27,491 in their early careers.

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

5
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
137 Theology & Religious Vocations Degrees Awarded
$16,871 Median Starting Salary

BGU is a fairly small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Bloomington.

There were roughly 137 theology & religious vocations students who graduated with this degree at BGU in the most recent year we have data available. Soon after graduation, theology & religious vocations degree recipients typically make around $16,871 in their early careers.

More information about a degree in theology & religious vocations from Bethany Global University

Best Theology & Religious Vocations Colleges in the Plains States Region

Explore all the Best Theology & Religious Vocations Colleges in the Plains States Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Kansas 38 188
Iowa 38 187
South Dakota 38 58
Missouri 38 1,283
Nebraska 36 54
North Dakota 35 74

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Theology & Religious Vocations Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
Theological & Ministerial Studies 381
Biblical Studies 267
Missionary Studies 150
Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries 136
Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) 68
Religious Education 39
Sacred Music 7

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