# Freed-Hardeman University: Bible Studies (bachelor's)

Henderson, TN. IPEDS 220215, CIP 39.02. Page: https://educationguide.com/colleges/freed-hardeman-university/majors/bible-studies

## Graduate outcomes
- Median earnings 1 year after graduating: $44,142
- Median earnings 4 years after graduating: $50,335 (U.S. median for this major: $46,756 across 33 colleges)
- Median federal loan debt: $25,000 (U.S. median $26,000)
- Rank in TN: 1 of 2 colleges by 4-year earnings
- Versus the U.S. median: +$3,579

## Cost to finish and years to pay back (EducationGuide calculation)
School-wide net price x 4.15 years (average time graduates took). Earnings gain = $50,335 minus $34,518 for high school graduates ages 25-34 in TN (Census ACS 2020-2024).

| Family income | Net price / yr | Cost to finish | Years to pay back |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | $20,988 | $87,100 | 5.5 years |
| 30-48k | $21,788 | $90,420 | 5.7 years |
| 48-75k | $19,639 | $81,502 | 5.2 years |
| 75-110k | $21,308 | $88,428 | 5.6 years |
| 110k+ | $23,618 | $98,015 | 6.2 years |

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#value

## Bible Studies at TN colleges
| College | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt | Avg. net price | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freed-Hardeman University | $50,335 | $25,000 | $21,574 | 71% |
| Johnson University | $39,600 | $24,375 | $22,063 | 57% |

## Careers
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education (SOC 21-2021): median wage not reported Jackson, TN, $61,940 TN, $52,100 U.S.; U.S. jobs 3.3% by 2035

## Sources and years
- Earnings (4 yr): Treasury AY2017-2018, AY2018-2019 pooled earnings cohort measured in CY2022, CY2023, inflation adjusted to 2024 dollars; debt: NSLDS pooled AY2018-19, AY2019-20 cohort

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