Theological and Ministerial Studies

Master's degree · Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York · New York, NY

CIP 39.06

$41,041Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,072Median earnings 4 years after
$62,425Median earnings 5 years after
$60,020Median federal debt
67Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Theological and Ministerial Studies at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York earn a median of $41,041 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $61,300 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,587–$91,229). Median debt is $60,020, about 146% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Theological and Ministerial Studies (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
New York
$114,729$101,250
Northeastern Seminary
Rochester
$62,469$41,000
Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School
Rochester
$43,670—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Theological and Ministerial Studies graduates from Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York make?

The median salary is $41,041 one year after graduation and $62,425 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $60,020.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.