Compare to Similar Programs in California
Theological and Ministerial Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in California (38 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southern California SeminaryEl Cajon | $18,720 | $50,661* | — | — | — |
 Church Divinity School of the PacificBerkeley | — | $77,641* | — | — | — |
 The Master's University and SeminarySanta Clarita | $36,930 | $66,923* | $75,253 | — | — |
 Westminster Theological Seminary in CaliforniaEscondido | — | $58,282* | — | — | — |
 Hope International UniversityFullerton | $36,250 | $50,661* | $43,843 | — | — |
 Fuller Theological SeminaryPasadena | — | $48,856* | $53,852 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $48,372* | — | — | — |
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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 Southern California Seminary, approximately 32% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.