by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 29 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for bachelor's degree seekers in the field of theology. Combined, these schools handed out 1,324 bachelor's degrees in theology to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
The theology bachelor's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a bachelor's degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To take this into account we include a college's overall Best Colleges ranking which itself looks at a combination of different factors like degree completion, educational resources, student body caliber and post-graduation earnings for the school as a whole.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for theology students working on their bachelor'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 Bachelor's Degree Schools.
In addition to College Factual's rankings, you may want to take a look at College Combat, our unique tool that lets you pit your favorite schools head-to-head and compare how they rate on factors that most interest you. When you have some time, check it out - you may want to bookmark the link so you don't forget it.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for theology students seeking a a bachelor's degree.
It is difficult to beat University of Notre Dame if you want to pursue a bachelor's degree in theology. Notre Dame is a large private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Notre Dame.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from University of Notre Dame
It's hard to beat Moody Bible Institute if you want to pursue a bachelor's degree in theology. Located in the large city of Chicago, Moody Theological Seminary and Graduate School is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Moody Bible Institute
University of Chicago is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a bachelor's degree in theology. UChicago is a large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Chicago.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from University of Chicago
Any student pursuing a degree in a bachelor's degree in theology needs to look into Boston College. Located in the small city of Chestnut Hill, Boston College is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Boston College
Located in the city of Kansas City, MBTS is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Loyola Chicago is a large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Chicago.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Loyola University Chicago
ORU is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the city of Tulsa.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Oral Roberts University
Located in the city of Steubenville, Franciscan U is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville
Located in the large suburb of Santa Clarita, The Master's University is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from The Master’s University and Seminary
Benedictine College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the town of Atchison.More information about a bachelor’s in theology from Benedictine College
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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 | 627 |
| Other Theological & Ministerial Studies | 499 |
| Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies | 152 |
| Rabbinical Studies | 1 |
