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Bachelor of Religious Studies

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A degree on religion in cultural, Historical and political contexts.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Religious Studies and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Religious Studies Research Assistant
Program Coordinator
Project Assistant
Research and Policy Associate

Curriculum

The degree combines universitywide and NUpath requirements with major courses totalling 128 semester hours
Including Introduction to Religious Studies
Selling Spirituality
The Meaning of Death
Apocalypticism in Film
Sex in Judaism
Christianity
And Islam
Islam: Rituals
Traditions
And Debates
Plus electives.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school graduation or equivalent; applicants educated outside the US need 3 years of mathematics (algebra
geometry
intermediate algebra) and a competitive GPA; US-educated applicants need A-G courses with C- or better and a competitive Multi Factor Admission Score

Accepted academic background

High school graduation or equivalent; applicants educated outside the US need 3 years of mathematics (algebra, geometry, intermediate algebra) and a competitive GPA; US-educated applicants need A-G courses with C- or better and a competitive Multi Factor Admission Score

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 61
PTE Academic 43
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Typically
a passport copy
academic transcripts
graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.

How to apply

Review admission requirements and available intakes for Religious Studies. Prepare transcripts and any English language evidence required. Apply through Cal State Apply where this degree uses the CSU application process. Send official records and program-specific materials as requested. Monitor the applicant portal and respond to outstanding admission tasks. Confirm enrollment and visa documentation after admission.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,543 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Fullerton
Faculty or school	College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	Religious Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	No program-specific international scholarship was independently confirmed; check the institution for current opportunities.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
110 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.