by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2025, College Factual analyzed 11 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Theology & Religious Vocations Associate Degree Schools ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 792 associate degrees in theology & religious vocations to qualified students.
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The theology & religious vocations associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for theology & religious vocations students working on their associate degree.
The theology & religious vocations school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Theology & Religious Vocations Associate Degree Schools.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in theology & religious vocations.
Columbia International University is a good decision for students pursuing an associate degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the medium-sized city of Columbia, CIU is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Columbia International University
Lancaster Bible College is a good choice for students interested in an associate degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the large suburb of Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Lancaster Bible College
Ozark Christian College is a great decision for individuals interested in an associate degree in theology & religious vocations. Located in the city of Joplin, Ozark Christian College is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Ozark Christian College
Southeastern University is a good decision for students interested in an associate degree in theology & religious vocations. SEU is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Lakeland.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Southeastern University
Located in the rural area of Marion, IWU is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Indiana Wesleyan University - National & Global
Franciscan U is a small private not-for-profit university located in the small city of Steubenville.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Franciscan University of Steubenville
Located in the suburb of Waxahachie, Southwestern Assemblies of God University is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Located in the large suburb of Kirkland, Northwest University CAPS is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Northwest University - College of Adult and Professional Studies
CCU is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Lakewood.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Colorado Christian University
Located in the city of Wyoming, Grace is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a associate in theology & religious vocations from Grace Christian University
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| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biblical Studies | 351 |
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | 214 |
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 143 |
| Missionary Studies | 27 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations (Other) | 25 |
| Sacred Music | 19 |
| Religious Education | 10 |
| Religious Institution Administration and Law | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | 354,442 |
| Social Sciences | 22,137 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | 8,930 |
| Communication & Journalism | 7,439 |
| English Language & Literature | 3,138 |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | 2,468 |
| History | 2,442 |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | 1,826 |
| Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies | 872 |
