by our College Data Analytics TeamHindu Studies (CIP 38.0204) is part of the Philosophy & Religious Studies field of study, alongside 9 related programs, but no U.S. college reported hindu studies graduates to IPEDS in the latest year. Graduates earn a median $28,813 one year after completing, rising to $41,075 after four years.
A degree in Hindu Studies involves the study of Hindu Studies. A Program That Focuses On The Group Of South Asian Theologies And Philosophies Collectively Known As Hinduism; Together With The Religious History And Cultural And Social Manifestations Of The Faith. Includes Instruction In Hindu Theology And Philosophy (Dharma); Literature (Vedas, Upanishads, Epics, And Commentaries); The Hindu Pantheon, Sects, And Movements; Schools And Disciplines; And Related Arts And Sciences.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
O*NET rates Reading Comprehension the most important skill for jobs related to hindu studies, at 4.2 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Philosophy and Theology, English Language and Education and Training. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Comprehension and Speech Clarity.
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Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to hindu studies, at 73.8%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 73.8% |
| Master’s degree | 13.1% |
| Post-doctoral training | 12.5% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.6% |
Source: O*NET Online.
1 occupations are related to Hindu Studies, with an average median salary of $71,584; the strongest outlook belongs to Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary, at 3.7% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Religion Professor, Pastoral Ministries Professor, Philosophy Specialist and Humanities Professor.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to hindu studies, at 1,031,835.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,031,835 | 3.7% |
Hindu Studies graduates earn a median $28,813 one year after completing their program, $41,075 after four years and $41,903 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,813 |
| 4 years | $41,075 |
| 5 years | $41,903 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to hindu studies, with a median salary of $71,584.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
Hindu Studies has 8 similar majors in the Philosophy & Religious Studies field, which together award 10,644 degrees a year; the largest are Talmudic Studies (5,664), Religion/Religious Studies (2,796) and Jewish/Judaic Studies (1,207). Browse all Philosophy & Religious Studies majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Talmudic Studies | 5,664 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 2,796 |
| Jewish/Judaic Studies | 1,207 |
| Christian Studies | 825 |
| Religion/Religious Studies, Other | 69 |
| Catholic Studies | 45 |
| Islamic Studies | 32 |
| Buddhist Studies | 6 |
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