Overview

The Department of Theology and Religious Studies at St. John's University welcomes students from every religious and non-religious background.

We pride ourselves on diversity and a rich and varied student body that is conducive to stimulating and thought-provoking conversation in our classes, colloquia, and public lectures.

Career Outcomes

A background in Theology and Religious Studies is an important part of a well-rounded liberal arts education.

Professionals in fields such as business, education, law, and medicine draw upon religious values as they make decisions that impact globally.

Our students leverage their outstanding theological education to establish successful careers in the non-profit sector, teaching, ministry, law, medicine, or as professional theologians.

Programme Structure

The B.A. in Theology prepares graduates who have an understanding of the Christian and more particularly the Catholic theological tradition.

You develop the ability to think and write critically about Christian history and theological topics, and gain the tools to apply your knowledge to further study and professional work.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States
New York City, United States

Disciplines

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete and submit an online application. There is no application fee for online summations.

Statement of activity if you have a gap in your education of more than three months between your graduation date and date of application submission

An essay and recommendation letters are strongly encouraged, but not required, for all programs except for Pharmacy, which requires both.

Official academic records and or official certificates/results from the Ministry of Education or secondary school in original language with official English translation

Official examination results (if taken) from the examining board (i.e., International Baccalaureate, General Certificate of Education, Caribbean Examinations Council, West African Examinations Council)

Students who are home-schooled outside of the U.S. need to submit a NACES member evaluation.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

53980 USD / year

≈ 53980 USD / year
Out-of-State

53980 USD / year

≈ 53980 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53980 USD / year

≈ 53980 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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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Duration

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New York City

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