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Biblical Studies at Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Bible/Biblical Studies

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $37,958/yr (12% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,800 openings/yr)

ROI 3.3x earnings multiple

Ranked #16 of 37 Bible/Biblical Studies programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$504K	$503K	$471K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.3x	3.1x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	46%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	25	23

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$152,560

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$120,368

21% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,163

5.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,072

29% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $37,958 at Dallas Baptist University come in 12% above the national median of $33,741 for Biblical Studies programs.

At 3.3x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biblical Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $37,958 far exceeding the $17,163 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #16 ranking among 37 Biblical Studies programs places Dallas Baptist University in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 29% earnings increase from $37,958 to $49,072 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Dallas Baptist University

Dallas Baptist University accepts 91% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a smaller institution with 2,526 students in Dallas, TX.

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Top Career Paths

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

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

View all 2 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 25/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biblical Studies at Dallas Baptist University?

At 25/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Biblical Studies programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Biblical Studies at Dallas Baptist University?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

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