Est. Earnings (1yr)
$49,840
Est. from VA median (3 programs)

Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia

Theological and Ministerial Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (7 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Virginia University of LynchburgLynchburg$9,248$49,840*โ€”โ€”โ€”
Liberty UniversityLynchburg$21,222$50,701*$52,346โ€”โ€”
Regent UniversityVirginia Beach$20,686$49,840*$48,408โ€”โ€”
Union Presbyterian SeminaryRichmondโ€”$45,579*$62,285โ€”โ€”
National Medianโ€”$48,372*โ€”โ€”โ€”
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with theological and ministerial studies graduates

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.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

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.

Religious Workers, All Other

All religious workers not listed separately.

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 Virginia University of Lynchburg, approximately 79% 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 3 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.