2024 Best Divinity/Ministry Schools in the Plains States Region
12
Colleges in the Plains States Region
778
Divinity Studies Degrees Awarded
Ranked #113 in popularity,
divinity/ministry is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.
In 2024, College Factual analyzed 12 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Divinity/Ministry Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 778 degrees in divinity/ministry to qualified students.
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Choosing a Great Divinity/Ministry School
The divinity studies program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Divinity/Ministry rankings. For our Best Overall Divinity/Ministry School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.
Divinity/Ministry Rankings by Degree Level
The divinity studies school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Divinity/Ministry Schools in the Plains States Region.
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Best Schools for Divinity/Ministry in the Plains States Region
If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the divinity studies degrees they offer, see the list below.
10 Top Plains States Region Schools in Divinity Studies
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In MO
247
Divinity Studies Degrees Awarded
It's difficult to beat Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary if you wish to pursue a degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the city of Kansas City, MBTS is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.
There were approximately 247 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at MBTS in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In MO
56
Divinity Studies Degrees Awarded
Concordia Seminary is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in divinity/ministry. Located in the large suburb of Saint Louis, Concordia Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
There were approximately 56 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Concordia Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Concordia Seminary
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In MN
92
Divinity Studies Degrees Awarded
Luther Seminary is a good choice for students interested in a degree in divinity/ministry. Luther Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Saint Paul.
There were approximately 92 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Luther Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Luther Seminary
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In MN
47
Divinity Studies Degrees Awarded
Bethel University Minnesota is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in divinity/ministry. Bethel University Minnesota is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Saint Paul. A Best Colleges rank of #391 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Bethel University Minnesota is a great university overall.
There were approximately 47 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Bethel University Minnesota in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Bethel University Minnesota
Located in the small city of Dubuque, Wartburg Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.
There were about 28 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Wartburg Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Wartburg Theological Seminary
Located in the rural area of Saint Bonifacius, Crown is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #849 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Crown is a great college overall.
There were roughly 13 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Crown in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Crown College
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
4th
Most Popular In MO
Located in the suburb of Saint Louis, Covenant Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.
There were roughly 26 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Covenant Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from Covenant Theological Seminary
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
6th
Most Popular In MO
Located in the city of Springfield, Evangel is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This university ranks 37th out of 48 colleges for overall quality in the state of Missouri.
There were about 23 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Evangel in the most recent data year.
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Eden Theological Seminary is a small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Webster Groves.
There were approximately 25 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at Eden Theological Seminary in the most recent year we have data available.
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UD is a small private not-for-profit university located in the city of Dubuque. This university ranks 33rd out of 40 colleges for overall quality in the state of Iowa.
There were about 17 divinity/ministry students who graduated with this degree at UD in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in divinity/ministry from University of Dubuque
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