by our College Data Analytics Team
[Theology](/majors/theology-and-religious-vocations/theological-ministerial-studies/theology/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong theology education at a price that pays off.
College Factual analyzed 3 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best value theology schools.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the theology degrees they offer, see the list below.
Our analysis ranked Colorado Christian University the best value for a degree in theology in Colorado. Set in the suburb of Lakewood, Colorado Christian University is a large private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $28,846. Theology graduates carry a median of $36,092 in student loans. Soon after graduation, theology degree recipients from Colorado Christian University generally make around $47,333. That is a strong return on a $36,092 median debt.
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 3 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 1 ranked schools only.
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