by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2024, College Factual analyzed 14 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Divinity/Ministry Master's Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 556 master's degrees in divinity/ministry to qualified students.
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The divinity studies master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality divinity studies program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for divinity/ministry students working on their master's degree.
When choosing the right school for you, it's important to arm yourself with all the facts you can. To that end, we've created a number of major-specific rankings, including this Best Divinity/Ministry Master's Degree Schools in the Plains States Region list to help you make the college decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in divinity/ministry.
It's difficult to beat Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary if you wish to pursue a master's degree in divinity/ministry. MBTS is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Kansas City.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Concordia Seminary is a wonderful choice for students pursuing a master's degree in divinity/ministry. Concordia Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large suburb of Saint Louis.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Concordia Seminary
Luther Seminary is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the large city of Saint Paul, Luther Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Luther Seminary
Bethel University Minnesota is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the suburb of Saint Paul, Bethel University Minnesota is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Bethel University Minnesota
Wartburg Seminary is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Dubuque.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Wartburg Theological Seminary
Northwestern is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Saint Paul.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from University of Northwestern - St Paul
Crown is a small private not-for-profit college located in the rural area of Saint Bonifacius.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Crown College
Covenant Seminary is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Saint Louis.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Covenant Theological Seminary
Evangel is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Springfield.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Evangel University
Located in the suburb of Webster Groves, Eden Theological Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in divinity/ministry from Eden Theological Seminary
Explore the best divinity/ministry schools for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 361 | 271 |
| Minnesota | 355 | 188 |
| Iowa | 298 | 48 |
| Kansas | 254 | 16 |
| South Dakota | 130 | 28 |
One of 5 majors within the Theological & Ministerial Studies area of study, Divinity/Ministry has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theology | 381 |
| Other Theological & Ministerial Studies | 77 |
