Overview

Religious Studies at Lake Forest College provide insight into the world in a way that facilitates an understanding of varied world views and ethical systems.

Why Study Religion?

The study of religion has been one of the most important fields of academic study since the first colleges and universities were formed! There are many reasons to study religion:

Religion is a powerful and often central part of the lives of individuals and groups

Religion is an important factor in contemporary politics, business, and international affairs

Studying religion develops an understanding of people and groups that is useful for any career path

Studying religion teaches important skills (critical thinking, good writing, detail-oriented reading) that prepare one for future success

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Yoga: Culture, Theory, and Practice

Comparative Religious Ethics

Early Christianity

Religion, SciFi, and Fantasy

Film and Religion

Islam and Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 392 other Bachelors in Christian 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Secondary School Transcript

Interview

Letter of Recommendation

Standardized Test Scores

CSS Profile

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

58000 USD / year

≈ 58000 USD / year
Out-of-State

58000 USD / year

≈ 58000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

58000 USD / year

≈ 58000 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why Study Religion?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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