6 Theology colleges in the Midwest with strong social mobility outcomes. Average earnings: $54,913.
| Rank | School | Graduate Earnings | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $99,980 | $19,000 | Good | $40,731 | High | 87th percentile mobility |
| #2 | $50,535 | $15,675 | Good | $10,162 | Manageable | 62th percentile mobility | |
| #3 | Martin Luther CollegePrivate | $47,491 | $20,177 | Manageable | $10,226 | High | 79th percentile mobility |
| #4 | Calvary UniversityPrivate | $45,421 | — | — | — | — | 62th percentile mobility |
| #5 | Moody Bible InstitutePrivate | $45,399 | $18,149 | Manageable | $13,226 | High | 62th percentile mobility |
| #6 | $40,650 | — | — | — | — | 62th percentile mobility |
Our social mobility rankings answer: "Which schools deliver the best outcomes for students from low-income backgrounds?"
This is not simply "which schools admit the most low-income students" — it's which schools both serve low-income students and deliver strong earnings outcomes.
Data based on May 2026 refresh for 2026 rankings, based on Department of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
