Religious Studies ,BA
America, American Religions (North, South, and Central), Belief, Belief System, Buddhism, Catholicism, Christianity, Colonialism, Comparative Religions, Ethnography, Ethnology, Fundamentalism, Gender, Gender Issues, Hebrew, Hinduism, Holocaust, Ideological Conflict, Immigration, Indigenous Religions, Islam, Metaphysics, Middle Ages, Middle East, Minorities, Minority, Missions, Muslim, Mysticism, Native American, Native American Religions, Native Peoples, New Age Religions, Orthodoxy, Peace, Political Parties, Political Science, Post-Modern, Ritual, Secularization, Shinto, Symbol, Symbolism, Taoism, Terrorism, Theology, Transdisciplinary, Travel, Violence, War, american, beliefs, bioethics, cosmology, ethics, judaism, online, politics, religion, theory, world views
ASU is not currently accepting applications for this program. Interested students should apply to the concentration in religion, culture and public life or the concentration in religion, politics and global affairs.
Religion is an important part of human experience. Religious understanding informs and shapes politics, literature, philosophy, art and science as well as the daily life of millions around the globe. An understanding of religious traditions is critical to understanding a shared past and present and to navigating toward a shared future.
Students who pursue the BA in religious studies come from a wide diversity of faiths, cultural backgrounds and intellectual interests. What many find fascinating and exciting about religious studies is that it draws from a wide variety of disciplines --- history, philosophy, anthropology, literature, political science and theology, to name a few. Course offerings reflect a diversity of approaches (historical, anthropological, ethical and theological), regions (North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia) and traditions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Native American traditions).
Students study global religious traditions to examine human interaction and explore the root beliefs and values of diverse cultures. This interdisciplinary program combines teachings of history, philosophy, anthropology, literature, political science and theology and helps students develop critical thinking and writing skills.
In addition to the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit the college's website for more information and requirements.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: Yes
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
- Math
intensity: General
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
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| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Formulate a thesis about a significant issue in religious studies.
- Address and analyze a scholarly issue in religious studies.
- Develop a sustained, evidence-based argument about a significant issue in religious studies.
With over 250 programs in more than 65 countries (programs vary in length, from one week to one year), study abroad is possible for all ASU students who wish to acquire global skills and knowledge in preparation for a career. Students earn ASU credit for completed courses, while staying on track for graduation, and they may apply financial aid and scholarships toward program costs. More information on available programs can be found on the Global Education Office website.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recommends these study abroad programs for students majoring in religious studies.
Students interested in careers in local, state, regional and national communities find transdisciplinary encouragement and support in the Bachelor of Arts degree program in religious studies.
Students who are attracted to international study find the undergraduate program rich in multicultural coursework and study abroad opportunities.
Religious studies students find many opportunities for practical experience leading to careers in the academic study of religion, in public service, in governmental and nongovernmental agencies, and in professional careers in a variety of organizations, including all of the helping professions.
Graduates have gone on to careers in such fields as diplomacy, development and teaching or have pursued professional degrees in areas such as law, public policy and counseling.
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
