Bible/Biblical Studies at Boston Baptist College

The $24,429 graduates earn one year out of Boston Baptist College is troubling for a program that costs roughly that amount in debt. While the numbers come from a small sample—fewer than 30 graduates—and should be treated cautiously, they reveal a challenging financial picture. You're looking at first-year earnings that fall $9,500 below the national median for Biblical Studies programs and trail even the modest Massachusetts median by over $1,000. More concerning, the debt level ranks in the 79th percentile nationally, meaning students here borrow more than most programs while earning less.

What might initially seem like a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.91 becomes less reassuring when you consider that graduates are starting at barely above minimum wage earnings. The 100% admission rate and high Pell grant enrollment (57%) suggest this serves students with limited options, but even nearby Northpoint Bible College manages slightly higher graduate earnings with a similar mission. For Massachusetts families, this ranks middle-of-the-pack among only four Biblical Studies programs—hardly a competitive position.

If your child is genuinely called to ministry or theological study, consider whether this specific program justifies the debt load given these outcomes. The gap between what graduates earn and what they owe creates immediate financial pressure that could limit their ability to pursue lower-paying ministry positions or graduate study without significant financial strain.