Theology and Religious Vocations at Loyola University Chicago
Ranked 2nd of 3 doctoral (research) programs in Theology and Religious Vocations by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Theology and Religious Vocations (doctoral (research)) graduates.
Graduates of Loyola University Chicago's doctoral (research) program in Theology and Religious Vocations earn a median $49,233 one year after graduating, rising to $72,156 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 0% above the national median of $72,156 for this field, ranking 2nd of 3 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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