
Standard four- and six-year undergraduate graduation rates are not appropriate measures of Luther Seminary's graduate programs. Those federal measures generally follow first-time, full-time undergraduates, rather than students pursuing theological master's or doctoral degrees.
A more useful comparison for applicants is the expected time to finish their specific degree, including any internship, field education, thesis, or dissertation. Part-time enrollment and required placements can materially change an individual completion timeline.
A reliable program-specific earnings figure is not available here for Luther Seminary graduates one year after completion. It would therefore be misleading to attach a projected salary to a seminary degree.
Career outcomes can differ substantially among congregational ministry, chaplaincy, nonprofit work, education, and further study. Applicants comparing programs should consider likely job settings, denominational compensation guidance, debt, and any required training after graduation - not earnings figures in isolation.
MASTER’S Degree
Theology and Religious Vocations
DOCTOR’S Degree
Theology and Religious Vocations
Data last updated on November 2, 2026
Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026
Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.