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Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Philosophy and Religious Studies

University of Mount Saint Vincent

Bronx, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A 120-credit degree that combines philosophy and religious studies.

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 foundational and applied knowledge of Interdisciplinary Studies in Philosophy and Religious Studies. Strengthen critical interpretation
creative or scholarly expression
and presentation of subject knowledge through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

Potential fields and roles include Research Assistant
Cultural Program Coordinator
Further Academic Study. Graduates may also pursue further academic study. Employment and professional eligibility are not guaranteed.

Curriculum

undergraduate core plus a 30-credit interdisciplinary major made of 15 philosophy credits and 15 religious studies credits
designed with the department chair around a focus such as applied ethics
open electives complete the degree.

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
108 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.