Religion/Religious Studies
Doctoral degree · Claremont Graduate University · Claremont, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,096Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$189,344Median federal debt
2Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Religion/Religious Studies at Claremont Graduate University earn a median of $54,096. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $67,164 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,379–$91,516). Median debt is $189,344, about 350% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Religion/Religious Studies graduates from Claremont Graduate University make?
The median salary is $54,096.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $189,344.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.