by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 28 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for doctor's degree seekers in the field of divinity/ministry. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 638 doctor's degrees in divinity/ministry during the 2020-2021 academic year.
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Your choice of divinity/ministry for getting your doctor's degree school matters. Important measures of a quality divinity studies program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a doctor's degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Doctor's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for divinity/ministry students working on their doctor's degree.
The divinity studies 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 Divinity/Ministry Doctor's Degree Schools.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for divinity/ministry students seeking a a doctor's degree.
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a doctor's degree in divinity/ministry. MBTS is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of Kansas City.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
It's hard to beat Duke University if you wish to pursue a doctor's degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the large city of Durham, Duke is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Duke University
Emory University is a wonderful option for individuals interested in a doctor's degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the large city of Atlanta, Emory is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Emory University
Any student pursuing a degree in a doctor's degree in divinity/ministry has to take a look at Biola University. Located in the suburb of La Mirada, Biola is a private not-for-profit university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Biola University
Asbury Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the town of Wilmore.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Asbury Theological Seminary
DTS Dallas is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of Dallas.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary
Sewanee is a small private not-for-profit university located in the rural area of Sewanee.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Sewanee - The University of the South
Regent is a large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Virginia Beach.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Regent University
SEU is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Lakeland.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Southeastern University
Located in the large suburb of Saint Paul, Bethel University Minnesota is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Bethel University Minnesota
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Divinity/Ministry is one of 5 different types of Theological & Ministerial Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theology | 695 |
| Other Theological & Ministerial Studies | 247 |
| Rabbinical Studies | 6 |