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2025 Best Theology Doctor's Degree Schools in Illinois

1 College in Illinois
42 Doctor's Degrees
Theology is of the hottest doctor's degree programs in the United States, coming in as the #37 most popular major in the country. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.

There was only one school in Illinois to review for the 2025 Best Theology Doctor's Degree Schools in Illinois 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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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Theology Doctor's Degree Schools in Illinois ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.

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Best Schools for Doctorate Students to Study Theology in Illinois

The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a doctor's degree in theology.

Top Illinois Schools for a Doctorate in Theology

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Trinity International University - Illinois
Deerfield, IL
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
10 Annual Graduates

It is hard to beat Trinity International University - Illinois if you wish to pursue a doctor's degree in theology. Located in the suburb of Deerfield, TIU Illinois is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly small student population.More information about a doctorate in theology from Trinity International University - Illinois

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Best Theology Colleges in the Great Lakes Region

Explore all the Best Theology Colleges in the Great Lakes Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Michigan 257 11
Ohio 253 8
Indiana 202 20
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Theology is one of 5 different types of Theological & Ministerial Studies programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Divinity/Ministry 7

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