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2025 Best Divinity/Ministry Doctor's Degree Schools in California

1 College in California
39 Doctor's Degrees
Ranked #44 in popularity, divinity/ministry is one of the most sought-after doctor's degree programs in the nation. This makes choosing the right school a hard decision.

There was only one school in California to review for the 2025 Best Divinity/Ministry Doctor's Degree Schools in California ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Doctor's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..

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The divinity studies 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 Divinity/Ministry Doctor's Degree Schools in California.

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Best Schools for Doctorate Students to Study Divinity/Ministry in California

Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for divinity/ministry students seeking a a doctor's degree.

Top California Schools for a Doctorate in Divinity Studies

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Biola University
La Mirada, CA
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
21 Annual Graduates

Biola University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a doctor's degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the suburb of La Mirada, Biola is a private not-for-profit university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a doctorate in divinity/ministry from Biola University

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Best Divinity/Ministry Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Best Divinity/Ministry Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Washington 216 6
Oregon 145 7
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Divinity/Ministry is one of 5 different types of Theological & Ministerial Studies programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Other Theological & Ministerial Studies 54
Theology 49

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