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Bible/Biblical Studies at Clarks Summit University

Clarks Summit, PA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,712/yr (-6% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,800 openings/yr)

ROI 3.3x earnings multiple

Ranked #32 of 37 Bible/Biblical Studies programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Bible/Biblical Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$426K	$433K	$418K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.3x	3.2x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	46%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	17	17	17

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$129,600

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$87,492

32% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,000

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$35,615

12% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Clarks Summit University's Bible/Biblical Studies program produces graduates earning $31,712/yr — within striking distance of the $33,741 national average for this field.

The 3.3x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 48% task exposure — and the 2% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $19,000 debt-to-$31,712 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #32 out of 37 programs, Clarks Summit University's financial outcomes for Bible/Biblical Studies trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $31,712 to $35,615 over five years (12% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

About Clarks Summit University

A 90% acceptance rate means Clarks Summit University is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 331 students in Clarks Summit, PA. Pell Grant recipients make up 49% of the student body — a marker of economic diversity. The average net cost of $87,492 over four years represents a 32% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary $78,050/yr

Directors, religious activities and education $54,840/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Clarks Summit University's Bible/Biblical Studies program score?

This program scores 17/100 — on the lower end for Bible/Biblical Studies. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Bible/Biblical Studies to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Bible/Biblical Studies careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 48% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →