Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $29,656 track close to the $32,814 national median for Theological and Ministerial Studies programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.6x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 28% task exposure — and the 5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $23,250 debt-to-$29,656 income ratio translates to about 9 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #25 out of 28 programs, Franciscan University of Steubenville's financial outcomes for Theological and Ministerial Studies trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $29,656 to $41,490 shows 40% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.