Theology Degree

The theology program at Faith Evangelical College & 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 Illinois colleges that offer theology degrees.

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Faith Evangelical College & Seminary

Also known as Faith Seminary

2650 Ridge Ave, Rm G603C, Evanston, IL

Faith Evangelical College & Seminary, located in Tacoma, WA, is a school dedicated to providing an education guided by faith. The school maintains a Protestant (Other) affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. This school had an enrollment of 200 students last year. Faith Evangelical College & Seminary offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular enrolled programs among individuals are shown below:

• Religious Studies
• Theology
• Ministry
• Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
• Theology and Religious Vocations

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, as well as any personal statements may be required for certain programs.

Faith Evangelical College & Seminary also provides student services in the form of flexible courses for working or busy students and academic counseling assistance for students that may require additional help.

The tuition is close to $8,300 each year for undergraduate level students and approximately $7,000 for graduate level programs, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Faith Evangelical College & Seminary may provide financial assistance for those who are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission has accredited the education provided by Faith Evangelical College & Seminary for over thirteen consecutive years. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Theology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Faith Evangelical College & Seminary 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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $45050
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $33890
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $43660

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).