When you talk about a Christian college graduate you are talking about a person who could have walked away from the Christian college with any number of degrees. A person who graduates with one of any number of degrees could then pursue any number of positions as a member of the clergy, a church director, or as a director of religious education and activities. Your post and more will help to decide your salary.

How Much Will You Make?

Many people seem to have this idea that anyone who works in a religious profession will not make any money. They have antiquated notions about vows of poverty and while these vows may be a reality for some, the majority of people who work in religious professions are well compensated for their calling.

For example, if you become a director of religious education and activities then your average salary is about $55,000 a year. If you decide to become a member of the clergy then the average salary for that type of position is closer to $61,000 a year. Clearly, you can work in a religious position and still make a lot of money, more than even many of the professions that you traditionally think of as being the most lucrative.

Determining Your Salary

There are many different positions that can be sought out using your degree from a Christian college and each one will have a different average salary. Beyond this fact, the type of degree that you have will have a great impact on your salary. If you have a bachelors degree then you will make considerably less than if you have a masters degree. Some positions in the church will require that you have at least a masters while others may allow you entry with either type of degree.

A Higher Calling

Too much discussion of salary and compensation takes away from the specialness of a position that is truly a higher calling. People do not seek out jobs in the church to make money. They do so to support and lead the church and to provide all people with a place where they can discover their own spirituality.

The average Christian college graduate salary is impressive but not as much as the work they do. Helping others to keep the faith in hard times is a job that is challenging and rewarding all in itself. Not turning anyone away is a job that deserves a comfortable lifestyle.

Earning a high quality education is one thing, but to earn a degree from an accredited institution whose focus on Christian values is as important as the academics is often times more fulfilling. The following are the top rated online Christian colleges in the United States, offering accredited online degree programs while focusing on the Christian mission.

	Liberty University — Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD degrees: Liberty University is an independent, fundamentalist Baptist university in Lynchburg, Virginia, and is the largest Evangelical Christian university in the world. Over 140 undergraduate and graduate programs are offered on campus and online with 11,900 students enrolled on campus, and more than 36,000 students enrolled in online classes. Liberty offers degrees in several subjects, with some of the most popular being: MA in theological studies, Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Master of Business Administration (MBA), BS in psychology, MA in professional counseling, MA in teaching, and the MS in nursing. Read in-depth review of Liberty University.
	Lancaster Bible College — Bachelor's Degrees: Lancaster Bible College and Graduate School teaches leadership, encourages spiritual development, and prepares students to communicate Christian values to the world as pastors, counselors, missionaries, teachers, worship leaders and coaches. Programs include a Master of Arts in Bible, Marriage and Family Counseling, and Pastoral Studies to name a few.
	American Military University — Bachelor's Degrees: At American Military University, students in the BA in Religion program are treated to a world-class journey through the world's religions, from east to west. Courses include Myth and Ritual, Religious Fundamentalism, and Introduction to the Old Testament. Graduates seek employment in several fields, including human services and pastoral assistance.
	Argosy University — Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate Degrees: Argosy University's academic programs emphasize the development of interpersonal skills, regardless of field. There are four colleges – College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Health Sciences – and 19 campus locations across the United States.
	Ohio Christian University — Associate's and Bachelor's degrees: Ohio Christian University offers online classes as well as classes at several convenient campus locations around Circleville, Ohio to make its degree programs as easy to access as possible. There are around 350 students on the main campus and 700 in adult degree programs with 99% of all students receiving financial aid.
	Grand Canyon University — Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees: Grand Canyon University in Arizona is a private Christian university, regionally accredited, and has some of the best online education programs in the country. GCU offers online and campus-based degrees in Business, Education, Nursing and Health Sciences, Liberal Arts and Fine Arts and Production. While it is a Christian college, its focus is primarily on encouraging moral choices and teaching students to become ethical global citizens.
	Ashford University — Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's degrees: Ashford University, founded in 1918, provides a traditional liberal arts college experience on campus as well as accelerated degree programs online for adult learners. Some degree programs can be completed in as little as a year, and there is a very wide variety of majors available. Some of the more unique majors offered are a Bachelor of Arts in Sports and Recreation Management, and a Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology.
	Colorado Christian University — Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degrees: Colorado Christian University is an accredited Christian college that offers associate, bachelor's and master's degrees. The campus itself is located next to the Rocky Mountains, but many students choose to complete their coursework entirely online. CCU prepares students for Christian leadership positions, as well as careers in business, education, and government, all with a focus on interweaving faith and service into their lives.
	Benedictine University — Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees and Certificates: Benedictine University offers 13 master's degree programs, many of which have dual-degree options, and has two doctoral degree programs. Students can take classes either online or on campus, and there is even a study abroad program. There are five departments: the College of Adult and Professional Studies, College of Business, College of Education and Health Services, the College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Science.
	LeTourneau University — Bachelor's and Master's degrees: LeTourneau University in Texas is an interdenominational evangelical Christian university that offers undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs on campus, at off-campus sites and educational centers, and online. Majors offered are in aeronautical sciences, business, education, engineering, engineering technology, liberal arts and natural sciences.
	Amridge University — Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees: Amridge University, a regionally accredited Christian university, has five schools: College of Business and Leadership, College of General Studies, School of Human Services, Turner School of Theology, and School of Continuing Education. Amridge was named a GI Jobs 2010 Military Friendly School, and offers special scholarships, credit for military training, accommodation of deployment, and a support team of Armed Forces Veterans to its military students.
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