Examine religious beliefs and the ideas that contribute to them to gain a fuller, deeper understanding of God.

Why Religion & Theology at Andrews

Careers in Religion & Theology

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You can begin a career in ministry and other fields when you study religion and theology at Andrews. Our programs will prepare you for a career as a pastor, chaplain, missionary or Bible worker. A BA in religion is easily paired with a second major, too, like a pre‐professional degree in law, architecture or dentistry.

Annual Salaries

Pastor
$51,940
Elementary School Teacher
$60,660
Counselor
$47,660

U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2021

Successful Andrews Alumni

President
Andrews University
Pastor
Chesapeake Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Youth Evangelism Team
Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

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If you want to study both the theory and practical application of the Bible, you belong at Andrews. You'll enjoy classes like Biblical Prayers and Jesus in His Time and Ours. When you graduate, you will be knowledgeable in basic biblical principles, biblical languages, Seventh-day Adventist doctrines and individual spiritual gifts.