Best Theology & Ministry Schools Near Monroe, MI (2026)

Updated September 1, 2026 BLS data College Scorecard On this page

Monroe, Michigan has 5 accredited schools offering theology programs, with tuition ranging from $35,410 to $51,853 per year for indexed programs. Monroe has a population of about 20,330. Median household income is $59,532 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 21.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Michigan, the top-earning theology-related role is Philosophy and Religion Teacher, Postsecondary at a median $89,610 annually (BLS, May 2025).

Closest Theology Schools to Monroe

The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer theology programs near Monroe, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from Monroe city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS data on every site update.

How We Rank Schools

Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:

  • Graduation rate 30%
  • Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
  • Average net price (lower is better) 20%
  • Retention rate 15%
  • Fully online availability 10%

Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Monroe. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

Ranked by BOC Score — U.S. Dept. of Education outcome data. Advertising never affects rankings.

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#1

Concordia University Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI 29.0 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
  • Accredited
42.3 BOC Score
Acceptance rate 69%
Graduation rate 49%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $56,075
Avg net price $32,811/yr
Tuition
In‑state$35,410
Out‑of‑state$35,410
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 48

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

Siena Heights University

Adrian, MI 32.6 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
66.0 BOC Score
Graduation rate 71%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $57,529
Avg net price $17,124/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 73

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#3

Ecumenical Theological Seminary

Detroit, MI 34.1 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
Graduation rate 30%
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

Sacred Heart Major Seminary

Detroit, MI 34.7 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
68.6 BOC Score
Graduation rate 48%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $49,295
Avg net price $11,916/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 100%
  • Programs offered: 2

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#5

Rochester University

Rochester Hills, MI 53.4 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
41.3 BOC Score
Graduation rate 53%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $48,707
Avg net price $21,456/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 64%
  • Programs offered: 25

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#6

Spring Arbor University

Spring Arbor, MI 63.3 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
54.6 BOC Score
Graduation rate 60%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $51,732
Avg net price $19,353/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 60

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#7

Great Lakes Christian College

Lansing, MI 86.3 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
28.9 BOC Score
Graduation rate 34%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $31,053
Avg net price $15,524/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 10

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#8

Calvin Theological Seminary

Grand Rapids, MI 132.3 miles from Monroe
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
  • Accredited
TuitionContact school for pricing
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3

Source:Accreditor: Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological SchoolsIPEDSCollege Scorecard

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Michigan schools on the Michigan theology page.

Theology Wages Near Monroe

OccupationMedian Annual Wage (Michigan, statewide)
Clergy$56,490
Director of Religious Activities and Education$45,590
Religious Worker, All Other$46,960
Philosophy and Religion Teacher, Postsecondary$89,610

Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Monroe at a Glance

MetricValueSource
Population20,330Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income$59,532Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+21.5%Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)
Regional Price Parity (US=100)93.5 (below U.S. average)BEA RPP 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited theology schools are near Monroe, MI?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering theology programs near Monroe. The closest is Concordia University Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, MI (29.0 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Rochester University (53.4 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying theology roles in Michigan?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying theology-related roles in Michigan are: Philosophy and Religion Teacher, Postsecondary ($89,610), Clergy ($56,490), Religious Worker, All Other ($46,960). Wages for Monroe workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Oregon instead of Monroe?

Oregon, OH is 18.1 miles from Monroe and has its own set of local theology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Monroe an affordable place to study theology?

Monroe’s median household income of $59,532 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Monroe while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

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Other Programs Available in Monroe

Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for Monroe:

Data verified: September 1, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.

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