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Bachelor of Religious Studies

University of Mount Saint Vincent

Bronx, 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: yes
Placement support: yes
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

Completed secondary school with four academic subjects per year
official transcripts with certified English translation
proof of English proficiency
financial documents for the I-20.

Accepted academic background

Completed secondary school with four academic subjects each year (international secondary diploma accepted); official transcripts with certified English translation; SAT/ACT optional

Language tests

IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

High School Transcripts

How to apply

Check the requirements for international first-year or transfer admission. The fall early-action deadline is Nov 15
the fall final deadline is Mar 1
the spring deadline is Oct 15. Apply online through the University's free online application. Submit official transcripts with certified English translation
English test score (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
PTE 58 or Duolingo 105) and financial documents. Receive the admission decision. Confirm enrolment and pay the deposit if stated. Receive the I-20 after financial verification and apply for the F-1 visa. Arrive for orientation.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$48,420 USD
Application fee	$0 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	School of Humanities, Communication, and Art
Department	Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International students may qualify for university merit scholarships and bursaries. Eligible new undergraduates from high school can be considered for entrance awards; applications and criteria vary by award.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.