by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Hope ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theology.
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The bachelor's program at Hope was ranked #77 on College Factual's Best Schools for theology list. It is also ranked #6 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Hope International University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in theological & ministerial studies. This is an increase of 6% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 29 students received their master’s degree in theology from Hope. This makes it the #84 most popular school for theology master’s degree candidates in the country.
Theology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Hope go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $35,221 a year. This is higher than $27,374, which is the national median for all theology bachelor's degree recipients.
Theology majors graduating with a master's degree from Hope make a median salary of $31,076 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $44,174.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theology majors at Hope International University.
For the most recent academic year available, 56% of theology bachelor's degrees went to men and 44% went to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Hope are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Hope International University with a bachelor's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Of the 29 students who earned a master's degree in Theological & Ministerial Studies from Hope in 2020-2021, 79% were men and 21% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 76% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Hope International University with a master's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Missionary Studies | 4 |
| Sacred Music | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | 2 |
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 1 |
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