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Bachelor of Theology and Religion

Marquette University

Milwaukee, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Theology and religion major with an optional leadership concentration.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Theology and Religion. Strengthen analytical and communication skills relevant to the field. Apply learning through appropriate academic activities.

Career outcomes

Faith-based organisations (hospitals
Nonprofits
Parishes
Dioceses)
K-12 teacher
Religious education director
Youth minister
Missionary
Professor
Priest
Social worker

Curriculum

Optional Ignatian Leadership and Discernment concentration
Faculty research spans Judaism and Christianity in antiquity
Historical and systematic theology and theological ethics
Options include service learning and an interreligious nonviolence course in India. Optional E-Lead leadership concentration from sophomore year
Semester study abroad available.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary-school transcripts and exam certificates (e.g. GCSE
IB
A levels
HKDSE
National exams)
College transcripts need credential evaluation (ECE
WES
TEC and others)
Financial sponsorship form and bank statement for the I-20

Accepted academic background

Secondary-school transcripts and exam certificates (e.g. GCSE, IB, A levels, HKDSE, National exams); College transcripts need credential evaluation (ECE, WES, TEC and others); Financial sponsorship form and bank statement for the I-20

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 86
Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Completed application form
Identification document
Language proficiency evidence if requested
Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

Check entry requirements and deadlines on the official website: fall Early Action Nov 15
Regular Decision Feb 1. Spring application Nov Apply online as a first-year or transfer applicant. Upload secondary-school transcripts and exam results (credential evaluation for college work)
English proof
the financial sponsorship form with a bank statement (application-materials page). Pay the enrolment deposit when admitted. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$53,890 USD
Application fee	$0 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Milwaukee
Faculty or school	Klingler College of Arts and Sciences
Department	Theology and Religion
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.