by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how Loyola Chicago ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theology.
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The bachelor's program at Loyola Chicago was ranked #22 on College Factual's Best Schools for theology list. It is also ranked #3 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Loyola University Chicago handed out 8 bachelor's degrees in theological & ministerial studies. This is an increase of 167% over the previous year when 3 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 6 students received their master’s degree in theology from Loyola Chicago. This makes it the #243 most popular school for theology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 3 students received their doctoral degrees in theology in 2021, making the school the #81 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theology majors at Loyola University Chicago.
For the most recent academic year available, 38% of theology bachelor's degrees went to men and 63% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 63% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a bachelor's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Of the 6 students who graduated with a Master’s in theology from Loyola Chicago in 2021, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 83% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a master's in theology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | 45 |
| Religious Education | 1 |
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