Theological and Ministerial Studies at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York graduates compare to all programs nationally
Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 11th percentile of all theological and ministerial studies masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Theological and Ministerial Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York | $41,041 | $56,648 | — | — |
| Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion | $114,729 | $114,533 | — | — |
| Northeastern Seminary | $62,469 | $35,159 | — | — |
| New York Theological Seminary | $53,516 | — | — | — |
| Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School | $43,670 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,372 | — | — | — |
Other Theological and Ministerial Studies Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion New York | — | $114,729 | — |
| Northeastern Seminary Rochester | — | $62,469 | — |
| New York Theological Seminary New York | — | $53,516 | — |
| Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School Rochester | — | $43,670 | — |
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). 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.