by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 10 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for theology students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 370 master's degrees in theology to qualified students.
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The theology master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality theology program can vary widely even among the top schools. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
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 theology students working on their master's degree.
The theology 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 Theology Master's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in theology.
Drew University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a master's degree in theology. Drew is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Madison.More information about a master’s in theology from Drew University
Any student who is interested in a master's degree in theology needs to look into Union Theological Seminary. Located in the city of New York, Union is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Union Theological Seminary
Princeton Theological Seminary is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in theology. Located in the city of Princeton, Princeton Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Princeton Theological Seminary
Catholic University of America is a good choice for individuals pursuing a master's degree in theology. Located in the large city of Washington, CUA is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Catholic University of America
EU is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Saint Davids.More information about a master’s in theology from Eastern University
Located in the large suburb of Glenside, Westminster Theological Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Westminster Theological Seminary
The Mount is a small private not-for-profit university located in the fringe town of Emmitsburg.More information about a master’s in theology from Mount St Mary’s University
Located in the suburb of Rochester, Northeastern Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Northeastern Seminary
Loyola Maryland is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Baltimore.More information about a master’s in theology from Loyola University Maryland
Located in the large city of Philadelphia, Missio Seminary is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in theology from Missio Seminary
Explore the best theology colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 695 | 107 |
| Pennsylvania | 607 | 119 |
| Maryland | 363 | 21 |
| New Jersey | 346 | 31 |
| District of Columbia | 334 | 92 |
One of 5 majors within the Theological & Ministerial Studies area of study, Theology has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Divinity/Ministry | 655 |
| Other Theological & Ministerial Studies | 92 |
| Rabbinical Studies | 77 |
