Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Religious Studies?

A degree in religious studies provides a cross-cultural perspective on the breadth and depth of religious beliefs around the world. Religious beliefs—past and present—form communities, create conflicts, and impact current events. The courses provide a broad understanding of the nature and role of religion in the world’s many cultures, which is critical for analyzing the socio-economic and political forces that influence dynamics of the contemporary world.


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Major in Religious Studies

Students can pursue a major or minor in religious studies. We offer courses from a variety of topics and religions. We also offer instruction in Arabic studies, in which students can pursue a minor.


Honors in Religious Studies

Dive deeper into your studies and gain a competitive edge in your chosen career field by earning an honors degree in religious studies.


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Real-World Experience

Expand your skills and deepen your learning through experiential learning experiences such as internships or study abroad. As a study abroad student, you can increase your language proficiency, learn about a geographic location, and augment your degree with courses in science, the humanities, and social science.


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What You Can Do with a Religious Studies Degree

A religious studies major can prepare you to work in many fields. Learn about possible career paths.


Advising and Academic Support

Schedule an appointment with an advisor, find important forms, and get your questions answered.

Departmental Advising and Support

Scholarships and Awards

Learn about ways to apply for funding through the Department of Religious Studies.

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POTUS or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
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POTUS or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive Feb 23 Miller Theatre Complex
Physical Chemistry Seminar Series - What’s spin got to do with it? Using organic semiconductors to manipulate spin for novel high-efficiency electronics   
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Physical Chemistry Seminar Series - What’s spin got to do with it? Using organic semiconductors to manipulate spin for novel high-efficiency electronics    Feb 24 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Chinook Justice: A Survivance Journey—Native American and Indigenous Studies Research Colloquium
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Chinook Justice: A Survivance Journey—Native American and Indigenous Studies Research Colloquium Feb 24 Many Nations Longhouse
Composition Writing Lab Drop-In Hours
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Composition Writing Lab Drop-In Hours Feb 24 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Department of History Coffee Hour
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Department of History Coffee Hour Feb 25 McKenzie Hall
Disruption vs. Stability: Impacts on People and Policy Under a New Republican Majority
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Disruption vs. Stability: Impacts on People and Policy Under a New Republican Majority Feb 25 Ford Alumni Center
Catalysts for Impact Information Session
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Catalysts for Impact Information Session Feb 26 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Sustainable Cities and Landscapes in the Galapagos Info Session
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Sustainable Cities and Landscapes in the Galapagos Info Session Feb 26 Condon Hall
Public Lecture: Modern Japan through the Lens of Frank Lloyd Wright
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Public Lecture: Modern Japan through the Lens of Frank Lloyd Wright Feb 26 Straub Hall
Lecture and Book Launch: "Ghosts of a Holy War" by Yardena Schwartz
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Lecture and Book Launch: "Ghosts of a Holy War" by Yardena Schwartz Feb 26 Knight Library