Youth Ministry Courses

The world of Youth Ministry is an area of emphasis defined as an age-specific religious ministry that provides support, ministry, and spiritual guidance to young adults, adolescents, and children. From an academic standpoint, Youth ministry is a defined faith group or religious organization designed to minister and engage with the youth in a community and to youth that attend a specific place of worship. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer youth ministry courses.

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Seton Hall University

Also known as Salem County College

460 Hollywood Avenue, Carneys Point, NJ

Seton Hall University is a nonprofit private university that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in South Orange, New Jersey, in a predominantly suburban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately 9,800 students are enrolled per year at SHU.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SHU offers:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to SHU have an SAT score between 1450 - 1770, or an ACT score within the range of 21 - 26. This school admits about 90% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, nearly 18% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $37,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs about $8,800 annually. Some students at SHU may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The SHU Pirates participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Softball (NCAA Division I-AAA)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.shu.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $63000
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $41600
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $57600

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

Salary & Wages

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $41350

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