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#1

#1 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Life Pacific University
San Dimas, CA

At Life Pacific University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Life Pacific University awards 33 degrees annually to graduating Pastoral Studies/Counseling students....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$23,311

Median Starting Salary

$51,346

#2

#2 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL

Each year, Moody Bible Institute awards about 91 degrees to students majoring in Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$23,950

Median Starting Salary

$49,707

#3

#3 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Baptist Bible College
Springfield, MO

At Baptist Bible College, the three most popular college majors students study are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, Baptist Bible College awards 11 degrees every year to Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$21,138

Median Starting Salary

$52,993

#4

#4 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Ozark Christian College
Joplin, MO

Each year, Ozark Christian College grants around 37 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Youth Ministry, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$17,968

Median Starting Salary

$52,021

#5

#5 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

43

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$20,222

Median Starting Salary

$50,927

#6

#6 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Calvary University
Kansas City, MO

At Calvary University, the most popular majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

900–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$12,860

Median Starting Salary

$49,313

#7

#7 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

16

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$23,364

Median Starting Salary

$48,636

#8

#8 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

North Central University
Minneapolis, MN

Each year, North Central University grants about 15 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$23,694

Median Starting Salary

$53,236

#9

#9 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

20

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$29,692

Median Starting Salary

$47,885

#10

#10 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK

At Oral Roberts University, the most popular majors students pursue are Divinity/Ministry, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Oral Roberts University awards 53 degrees every year to Divinity/Ministry majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,110–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$24,347

Median Starting Salary

$49,719

#11

#11 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

The King's University
Southlake, TX

At The King's University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Theology and Religious Vocations, Other, and Theology/Theological Studies. In fact, The King's University grants 8 degrees per year to Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

870–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$23,878

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#12

#12 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Johnson University
Knoxville, TN

Every year, Johnson University awards around 38 degrees to students studying Divinity/Ministry, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, History, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

980–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$20,713

Median Starting Salary

$51,966

#13

#13 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School
Lancaster, PA

At Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,080–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$22,872

Median Starting Salary

$51,728

#14

#14 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Maranatha Baptist University
Watertown, WI

Every year, Maranatha Baptist University awards around 21 degrees to those studying Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,010–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$26,001

Median Starting Salary

$51,275

#15

#15 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

8

SAT Score

1,020–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$33,463

Median Starting Salary

$52,882

#16

#16 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Dallas Christian College
Dallas, TX

At Dallas Christian College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Bible/Biblical Studies. In fact, Dallas Christian College grants 11 degrees every year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

750–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$22,463

Median Starting Salary

$51,757

#17

#17 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Taylor University
Upland, IN

Each year, Taylor University awards about 37 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,100–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$25,698

Median Starting Salary

$54,017

#18

#18 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Arlington Baptist University
Arlington, TX

At Arlington Baptist University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Arlington Baptist University awards 10 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$26,503

Median Starting Salary

$53,430

#19

#19 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX

Every year, the University of the Incarnate Word awards about 118 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

910–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$21,246

Median Starting Salary

$48,924

#20

#20 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, OK

Every year, Southern Nazarene University grants about 76 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Organizational Behavior Studies, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$19,825

Median Starting Salary

$50,493

#21

#21 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Crown College
Saint Bonifacius, MN

Annually, Crown College awards about 17 degrees to those studying Religious Education, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Counseling Psychology, and International/Global Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$27,196

Median Starting Salary

$52,927

#22

#22 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK

Annually, Oklahoma Baptist University grants around 38 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Physical Therapy/Therapist, and Exercise Physiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,040–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$25,099

Median Starting Salary

$51,451

#23

#23 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

5

SAT Score

990–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$29,904

Median Starting Salary

$50,903

#24

#24 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Welch College
Gallatin, TN

At Welch College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$19,214

Median Starting Salary

$52,125

#25

#25 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI

Every year, Spring Arbor University grants around 63 degrees to those majoring in Social Work, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Nursing Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, and Operations Management and Supervision....view more

Acceptance Rate

38%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

940–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,720

Median Starting Salary

$51,365

#26

#26 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Waxahachie, TX

Annually, Southwestern Assemblies of God University awards around 59 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$19,834

Median Starting Salary

$50,559

#27

#27 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

University of Valley Forge
Phoenixville, PA

At the University of Valley Forge, the most popular majors students pursue are Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Divinity/Ministry, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

840–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$27,854

Median Starting Salary

$51,250

#28

#28 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Spurgeon College
Kansas City, MO

At Spurgeon College, the most popular majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Divinity/Ministry, and Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. In fact, Spurgeon College awards 36 degrees per year to Bible/Biblical Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$25,380

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#29

#29 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Emmanuel University
Franklin Springs, GA

Each year, Emmanuel University grants around 43 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$19,006

Median Starting Salary

$52,147

#30

#30 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

World Mission University
Los Angeles, CA

At World Mission University, the most popular majors students pursue are Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Nursing Science, and Bible/Biblical Studies. In fact, World Mission University grants 15 degrees annually to graduating Pastoral Studies/Counseling students....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$16,598

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#31

#31 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Universidad Teologica del Caribe
Trujillo Alto, PR

Every year, Universidad Teologica del Caribe grants about 34 degrees to students majoring in Theology/Theological Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Religious Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,987

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#32

#32 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

RCCGNA Seminary
Greenville, TX

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$0

#33

#33 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Family of Faith Christian University
Shawnee, OK

At Family of Faith Christian University, only one major is offered: Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

650–730

Est. Net Price *

$11,252

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#34

#34 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,668

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#35

#35 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa
Rio Piedras, PR

Annually, Universidad Pentecostal Mizpa awards around 6 degrees to students studying Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Bible/Biblical Studies, and Religious Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$5,607

Median Starting Salary

$47,232

#36

#36 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Boise Bible College
Boise, ID

Annually, Boise Bible College grants around 3 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Studies/Counseling, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Religious/Sacred Music, Theological and Ministerial Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

920–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$14,639

Median Starting Salary

$52,462

#37

#37 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling 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

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$16,384

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#38

#38 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Central Christian College of the Bible
Moberly, MO

Every year, Central Christian College of the Bible grants about 8 degrees to students majoring in Theology and Religious Vocations, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Divinity/Ministry, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, and Religious Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

21%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

890–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$13,695

Median Starting Salary

$51,169

#39

#39 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Union Bible College
Westfield, IN

At Union Bible College, the most popular majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling. In fact, Union Bible College grants 3 degrees annually to graduating Bible/Biblical Studies students....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$8,872

Median Starting Salary

$53,411

#40

#40 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary
Charlotte, NC

At Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary, only three majors are offered: Bible/Biblical Studies, Urban Ministry, and Pastoral Studies/Counseling....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

#41

#41 Best College for Pastoral Studies/Counseling in the U.S.

Kansas Christian College
Overland Park, KS

At Kansas Christian College, the most popular majors students study are Organizational Leadership, Bible/Biblical Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Kansas Christian College grants 9 degrees every year to Organizational Leadership majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,996

Median Starting Salary

$50,472

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About Pastoral Studies/Counseling

A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.

California grants the most Bachelors degrees in Pastoral Studies/Counseling of all US states with 56 degrees being granted last year. Students wanting to major in Pastoral Studies/Counseling can expect about 42% percent of their classmates to be women and 58% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a Masters degree. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Studies/Counseling is $32,900.

Popularity of Pastoral Studies/Counseling Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Pastoral Studies/Counseling degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

Some top careers related to Pastoral Studies/Counseling, include Clergy and Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other, both of which have many employment opportunities. Yet there are jobs that pay more, like Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary. the most in-demand position for Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors is Directors, Religious Activities and Education.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Pastoral Studies/Counseling majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
353
Female Students
149 (42%)
Male Students
204 (57%)

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