Theology Degree

The theology program at Missio Seminary prepares students for careers in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or theological research. The program focuses on the beliefs and doctrine of a particular religious faith from the intramural point of view of that faith. Program courses include: systematic theology, historical theology, moral theology, doctrinal studies, dogmatics, apologetics, and applications to specific questions of ecclesiastical polity and religious life. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer theology degrees.

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Missio Seminary (BTS)

450 S Easton Rd, Glenside, PA

Messio Seminary, formerly known as Biblical Theological Seminary, is operated as an interdenominational Christian school located in Hatfield, PA, which maintains a seminary for individuals seeking to become priests. Biblical Theological Seminary had an enrollment of 200 students in 2010-2011. Biblical Seminary has several great programs to choose from. The more popular programs among students are shown below:

• Ministry
• Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Theology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, as well as any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials.

Biblical Seminary also provides services for students in the form of flexible scheduling for working or busy students, help with employment options for students, and career guidance for students that may require additional help.

The cost of attendance is nearly $12,000 annually for the graduate level programs offered. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their costs. Living accommodations are available on-campus for potential students. The yearly cost of housing is around $9,400. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

Biblical Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, having held that accreditation for the last eighteen years. To read more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit missio.edu

Students Enrolled in the Theology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BTS offers a master's degree program in theology.

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

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

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.

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