Theology & Religious Vocations
Programs preparing students for religious ministry, pastoral counseling, sacred music, and theological scholarship. Covers divinity, biblical studies, and religious education.
Common careers: Pastor, Chaplain, Religious Educator, Youth Minister, Missionary, Theological Scholar
Specializations
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Religious Education
Theology and Religious Vocations
Religious/Sacred Music
Top Earning Programs
Highest median earnings one year after graduation
Career Paths
Occupations linked to theology & religious vocations programs
Law Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in law. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Music Directors and Composers
Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs; or create original works of music.
Managers, All Other
All managers not listed separately.
Regulatory Affairs Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.
Compliance Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.
Financial Specialists, All Other
All financial specialists not listed separately.
Financial Quantitative Analysts
Develop quantitative techniques to inform securities investing, equities investing, pricing, or valuation of financial instruments. Develop mathematical or statistical models for risk management, asset optimization, pricing, or relative value analysis.
Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
Obtain evidence, take statements, produce reports, and testify to findings regarding resolution of fraud allegations. May coordinate fraud detection and prevention activities.
Counselors, All Other
All counselors not listed separately.
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other
All community and social service specialists not listed separately.
Clergy
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Religious Workers, All Other
All religious workers not listed separately.
Top States
States with the most theology & religious vocations programs