Missionary Studies Degree

Both Missions and Missionary Studies are areas of study focused traveling to proselytize and perform ministries of service. Degree program at Anderson Universitys in missions and missionary studies may provide students with specific areas of emphasis such as literacy, education, health care, social justice, economic development, or belief-centered ministry depending on the track and school program. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer missionary studies degrees.

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Anderson University (AU)

1530 Harden Street, Columbia, SC

Anderson University is a nonprofit private institution located in Anderson, SC and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Anderson University has an annual student enrollment of approximately two thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to this school have an SAT score in a range of 1400 to 1740, or an ACT composite score within the range of 20 to 25. 73% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 34% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $23,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $4,300 per year. Students enrolled at Anderson University may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Anderson University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to learn more about this school can take a look at their website at http://www.andersonuniversity.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Missionary Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AU offers a bachelor's degree program in missionary studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate programs designed to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, directors, religious activities and education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.3% from 2014 to 2024

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Columbia, SC
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Annual Salary: $59140

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).