Overview

Through the courses it offers and the structure of its major the department’s approach to the study of religious belief and practice reflects Catholic theological commitments even as it responds to the needs of all students, Catholic and not, who will make their lives in a diverse, interconnected, and religiously pluralistic world.

Highlights

To major in Religious Studies at College of the Holy Cross is to undertake an integrated study, both intellectual and spiritual, of four areas central to understanding Catholicism and every faith tradition, namely:

world religions

theology

sacred texts

religious ethics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mary in Christian Theology

Buddhism

Hinduism

Angels and Demons

Catholicism

History Of Christianity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

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100

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies View 1129 other Bachelors in Philosophy in United States

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

Common Application or Coalition Application

Holy Cross Certification of Finances Form

Bank letter or financial affidavit

TOEFL or IELTS scores (for non-native English speakers)

High school transcripts

Two letters of recommendation

Application fee of $60

Tuition Fee

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International

63650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 63650 USD per year during 48 months.
National

63650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 63650 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

63650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 63650 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Worcester

1100 - 1620 USD /month

Living costs

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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Available Scholarships

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