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#1

#1 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Anderson University
Anderson, SC

At Anderson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$22,222

Median Starting Salary

$56,771

#2

#2 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR

Every year, Ouachita Baptist University awards around 29 degrees to those studying Communication, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, and Christian Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,087

Median Starting Salary

$54,944

#3

#3 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID

Each year, Northwest Nazarene University grants about 42 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Christian Studies, Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,060–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$27,291

Median Starting Salary

$53,630

#4

#4 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN

At Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Business Analytics, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,518

Median Starting Salary

$53,576

#5

#5 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal, MO

Annually, Hannibal-LaGrange University awards about 17 degrees to students majoring in Elementary Education and Teaching, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

950–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$20,640

Median Starting Salary

$53,951

#6

#6 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Mississippi College
Clinton, MS

At Mississippi College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biomedical Sciences, and General. In fact, Mississippi College grants 123 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$21,135

Median Starting Salary

$51,289

#7

#7 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Whitworth University
Spokane, WA

At Whitworth University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Whitworth University grants 57 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,100–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$27,491

Median Starting Salary

$54,545

#8

#8 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC

Annually, Campbell University awards around 83 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$24,517

Median Starting Salary

$52,294

#9

#9 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$29,692

Median Starting Salary

$50,881

#10

#10 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA

Every year, California Baptist University grants about 168 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$28,596

Median Starting Salary

$52,670

#11

#11 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS

At William Carey University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, William Carey University grants 145 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$17,192

Median Starting Salary

$49,621

#12

#12 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Gordon College
Wenham, MA

Annually, Gordon College grants about 38 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,190–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$25,250

Median Starting Salary

$58,713

#13

#13 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA

At Point Loma Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Child Development, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,130–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$36,370

Median Starting Salary

$53,413

#14

#14 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX

Every year, Wayland Baptist University grants around 244 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

900–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$20,222

Median Starting Salary

$52,413

#15

#15 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Union University
Jackson, TN

At Union University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Organizational Leadership, and Social Work. In fact, Union University awards 168 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,100–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$27,191

Median Starting Salary

$50,256

#16

#16 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Missouri Baptist University
Saint Louis, MO

Annually, Missouri Baptist University grants around 43 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

840–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$26,117

Median Starting Salary

$53,553

#17

#17 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Arkansas Baptist College
Little Rock, AR

Annually, Arkansas Baptist College awards around 6 degrees to those majoring in Christian Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Human Services, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Corrections and Criminal Justice, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,047

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#18

#18 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX

Annually, Howard Payne University awards around 14 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

920–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$25,768

Median Starting Salary

$55,168

#19

#19 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, WI

At Concordia University-Wisconsin, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Science, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,110–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$28,060

Median Starting Salary

$54,758

#20

#20 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Lee University
Cleveland, TN

Annually, Lee University grants around 86 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$20,222

Median Starting Salary

$53,923

#21

#21 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

University of Mary
Bismarck, ND

At the University of Mary, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,090–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$19,225

Median Starting Salary

$58,350

#22

#22 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN

Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 62 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$27,386

Median Starting Salary

$52,060

#23

#23 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC

Each year, Charleston Southern University grants around 90 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

950–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,347

Median Starting Salary

$52,400

#24

#24 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Marian University
Indianapolis, IN

Every year, Marian University awards about 334 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

970–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$23,225

Median Starting Salary

$53,168

#25

#25 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
Marion, IN

At Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$23,364

Median Starting Salary

$51,632

#26

#26 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Roanoke College
Salem, VA

At Roanoke College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$27,695

Median Starting Salary

$58,277

#27

#27 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

The Master's University and Seminary
Santa Clarita, CA

At The Master's University and Seminary, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Theology/Theological Studies, Marketing, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$33,463

Median Starting Salary

$55,878

#28

#28 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Every year, Loyola University New Orleans grants about 60 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Criminology, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,150

Median Starting Salary

$54,506

#29

#29 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX

At Houston Baptist University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$20,530

Median Starting Salary

$52,008

#30

#30 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX

Every year, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor awards about 165 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Clinical Psychology, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

990–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$29,904

Median Starting Salary

$53,899

#31

#31 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Hardin-Simmons University
Abilene, TX

At Hardin-Simmons University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$21,321

Median Starting Salary

$55,020

#32

#32 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

McMurry University
Abilene, TX

Each year, McMurry University awards about 22 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other, Business/Commerce, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,000–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$20,817

Median Starting Salary

$52,769

#33

#33 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Bethel University
McKenzie, TN

At Bethel University, the most popular majors students study are Organizational Leadership, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Bethel University awards 144 degrees per year to graduating Organizational Leadership students....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

880–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$20,606

Median Starting Salary

$50,743

#34

#34 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Southwestern College
Winfield, KS

Annually, Southwestern College awards about 48 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$27,337

Median Starting Salary

$52,190

#35

#35 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Bluefield University
Bluefield, VA

At Bluefield University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Human Services, and General. In fact, Bluefield University awards 34 degrees per year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

900–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$22,191

Median Starting Salary

$54,253

#36

#36 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Brewton-Parker College
Mount Vernon, GA

At Brewton-Parker College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

920–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$22,488

Median Starting Salary

$53,964

#37

#37 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, LA

Every year, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary grants about 51 degrees to those studying Christian Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, General, and Religious/Sacred Music....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,904

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#38

#38 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Messenger College
Bedford, TX

At Messenger College, only two majors are offered: Christian Studies, Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

860–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,221

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#39

#39 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Pacific Rim Christian University
Honolulu, HI

At Pacific Rim Christian University, the most popular majors students study are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Theology/Theological Studies, and Christian Studies. In fact, Pacific Rim Christian University grants 6 degrees every year to Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,668

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#40

#40 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Manna University
Fayetteville, NC

Every year, Manna University grants about 7 degrees to those majoring in Divinity/Ministry, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Christian Studies, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$16,384

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#41

#41 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Saint Joseph Seminary College
St. Benedict, LA

At Saint Joseph Seminary College, only two majors are offered: Philosophy and Religious Studies, General, and Christian Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

400–590

Est. Net Price *

$33,629

Median Starting Salary

$53,468

#42

#42 Best College for Christian Studies in the U.S.

Champion Christian College
Hot Springs, AR

At Champion Christian College, only two majors are offered: Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Christian Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,392

Median Starting Salary

$53,249

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About Christian Studies

A program that focuses on the philosophy and teachings of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and the subsequent intellectual and cultural movements and institutions based on Christianity. Includes instruction in Christian sacred scripture, Christian literature and philosophy, and studies of one or more of the main branches of the faith and their cultural context including Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, and others.

While Christian Studies has degrees up to the Masters degree, most students earn a Associates degree. Students study Christian Studies all over the country, though the major at the Bachelors degree level has the most graduates in Louisiana. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Christian Studies is $37,800.

Popularity of Christian Studies Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Christian Studies majors is Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for certain jobs. A job that is in high need that a degree in Christian Studies can prepare you for is Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Christian Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Christian Studies majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
334
Female Students
112 (33%)
Male Students
222 (66%)

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