Earnings Distribution
How Boston College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College | $49,117 | $54,411 | +11% |
| Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion | $114,729 | $114,533 | -0% |
| Concordia Seminary | $95,127 | $90,218 | -5% |
| Harvard University | $37,385 | $59,540 | +59% |
| Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary | $46,869 | $47,765 | +2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Theological and Ministerial Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (8 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Boston CollegeChestnut Hill | $67,680 | $49,117 | $54,411 | — | — |
 Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminarySouth Hamilton | — | $46,869 | $47,765 | — | — |
 Harvard UniversityCambridge | $59,076 | $37,385 | $59,540 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $48,372 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with theological and ministerial studies graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Boston College, approximately 13% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.