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, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how North Central University ranks among other schools offering degrees in pastoral counseling.
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North Central University is in the top 10% of the country for pastoral counseling. More specifically it was ranked #8 out of 72 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Minnesota.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, North Central University handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in pastoral counseling & specialized ministries. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 21 degrees were handed out.
Pastoral Counseling majors who earn their bachelor's degree from North Central University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $27,543 a year. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $26,666 for all pastoral counseling bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at North Central University, pastoral counseling students borrow a median amount of $26,750 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all pastoral counseling bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $27,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the pastoral counseling majors at North Central University.
For the most recent academic year available, 67% of pastoral counseling associate's degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from North Central University with a associate's in pastoral counseling.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 19 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in pastoral counseling from North Central University. About 53% were men and 47% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 84% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from North Central University with a bachelor's in pastoral counseling.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sacred Music | 11 |
| Biblical Studies | 7 |
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