Overview

At the same time, the Religious Studies majors at the University of Pittsburgh have the opportunity to concentrate on a particular tradition, ideology, historical context, geographical area, or culture.

Key Features

The academic study of religion is both multidisciplinary and multicultural and attracts majors with diverse interests and from varied backgrounds. The department nurtures a strong sense of community and collegiality, an open and innovative environment in which to study, and a vigorous commitment to the careful mentoring of the students.

The University of Pittsburgh offers a bachelor degree in Religious Studies. They invite you to explore with us the ways in which religion fashions human ideas and behaviors as well as historical and contemporary policies and events, and betters our understanding of the wider world in which we live.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Religions of the West

Religion in Asia

Witches to Walden Pond

Religion in Modern America

Islamic Civilization

Philosophy of Religion

Origins of Christianity

Varieties of Early Christianity

Orthodox Christianity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: rolling admission.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 869 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Submit your application for admission. This can be the University of Pittsburgh Application or the Common Application.

Pay your $55 application fee.

Submit your Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Completing the SRAR is easy–just fill it out to match your transcript exactly. The SRAR is required of all first-year applicants, with the exception of international students.

Personal Statement. A personal statement is your opportunity to communicate directly with the Admissions Committee and is required to be considered for scholarships.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

41662 USD / year

≈ 41662 USD / year
Out-of-State

41662 USD / year

≈ 41662 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20966 USD / year

≈ 20966 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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