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2022 Most Popular Master's Degree Colleges for Theology in the Great Lakes Region

45 Colleges in the Great Lakes Region
512 Master's Degrees
Ranked #45 in popularity, theology is one of the most sought-after master's degree programs in the nation. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.

In 2022, College Factual analyzed 45 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Most Popular Master's Degree Colleges for Theology in the Great Lakes Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 512 master's degrees in theology to qualified students.

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Choosing a Great Theology School for Your Master's Degree

Most Popular Master's Degree Colleges for Theology in the Great Lakes Region Your choice of school for getting your master's degree in theology matters. As an aid in helping you pick the right school for you, we created our Most Popular Master's Degree Colleges for Theology in the Great Lakes Region ranking.

While being high in popularity does not always mean a school has a quality theology program, it is a sign that a large number of students choose the school. This may be due to it being a great value, it offering a stellar educational experience, or the subject is a major focus of the school.

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We have also developed a number of other rankings to help guide you in your decision-making process. To begin with, if this is not the degree level you are most interested in, you may want to check out one of the others noted above. If you would prefer to limit your search to a specific state or region of the county, see our rankings by location. Plus, you can view our other rankings for theology.

The following list ranks the most popular colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in theology.

10 Most Well Attended Schools for Theology Students Working on Their Master's

1
58 Annual Master's Degrees
#1 Most Popular In IL
#8 Best Quality In IL

Trinity International University - Illinois is a popular decision for students interested in a master's degree in theology. Located in the large suburb of Deerfield, TIU Illinois is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This isn't the only ranking where the school placed. It's also #8 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Illinois.

There were approximately 58 theology students who graduated with this degree at TIU Illinois in the most recent data year.

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2
57 Annual Master's Degrees
#1 Most Popular In IN
#1 Best Quality In IN

You'll be surrounded by many like-minded peers at University of Notre Dame if you want to pursue a master's degree in theology. Notre Dame is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Notre Dame. Potential students might also be interested to know that the school ranks #1 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Indiana.

There were about 57 theology students who graduated with this degree at Notre Dame in the most recent data year.

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3
43 Annual Master's Degrees
#2 Most Popular In IL
#2 Best Quality In IL

University of Chicago is a popular decision for students pursuing a master's degree in theology. UChicago is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Chicago. This isn't the only ranking where the school placed. It's also #2 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Illinois.

There were roughly 43 theology individuals who graduated with this degree at UChicago in the most recent data year.

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3
43 Annual Master's Degrees
#1 Most Popular In OH
#4 Best Quality In OH

You'll be surrounded by many like-minded peers at Franciscan University of Steubenville if you want to pursue a master's degree in theology. Located in the small city of Steubenville, Franciscan U is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This isn't the only ranking where the school placed. It's also #4 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Ohio.

There were approximately 43 theology individuals who graduated with this degree at Franciscan U in the most recent year we have data available.

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5
33 Annual Master's Degrees
#3 Most Popular In IL
#5 Best Quality In IL

Located in the suburb of Wheaton, Wheaton College Illinois is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. Potential students might also be interested to know that the school ranks #5 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Illinois.

There were approximately 33 theology students who graduated with this degree at Wheaton College Illinois in the most recent year we have data available.

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6
29 Annual Master's Degrees
#1 Most Popular In MI
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type

Located in the city of Grand Rapids, Calvin Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

There were approximately 29 theology students who graduated with this degree at Calvin Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.

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7
27 Annual Master's Degrees
#2 Most Popular In IN
#5 Best Quality In IN

IWU is a large private not-for-profit university located in the rural area of Marion. This isn't the only ranking where the school placed. It's also #5 in quality for master's degrees in theology in Indiana.

There were roughly 27 theology students who graduated with this degree at IWU in the most recent data year.

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8
26 Annual Master's Degrees
#3 Most Popular In IN
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type

Located in the rural area of St. Meinrad, Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

There were approximately 26 theology students who graduated with this degree at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology in the most recent year we have data available.

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9
24 Annual Master's Degrees
#4 Most Popular In IL
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type

Located in the city of Chicago, Catholic Theological Union is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

There were roughly 24 theology students who graduated with this degree at Catholic Theological Union in the most recent year we have data available.

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10
21 Annual Master's Degrees
#1 Most Popular In WI
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type

SHSST is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Franklin.

There were approximately 21 theology individuals who graduated with this degree at SHSST in the most recent data year.

More information about a master’s in theology from Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology

Best Theology Colleges by State

Explore the most popular theology schools for a specific state in the Great Lakes Region .

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Illinois 530 259
Michigan 470 93
Ohio 466 98
Indiana 352 148
Wisconsin 302 28

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One of 4 majors within the Theological & Ministerial Studies area of study, Theology has other similar majors worth exploring.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Divinity/Ministry 761
Other Theological & Ministerial Studies 84
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 35

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