Overview

Study traditions, texts, and people to learn the historical and cultural impact of the world’s major religions. This Religion program from University of Mary Washington doesn’t ascribe to any particular belief system. Students work work one-on-one with faculty on research and a senior thesis and are encouraged to explore other disciplines – such as philosophy and anthropology – to help identify their special interests.

Career Opportunities

As a religious studies major, you will leave UMW with skills in critical thinking, persuasive writing, oral communication, and research. While some religious studies graduates pursue advanced degrees for careers in teaching and research, most develop careers in such diverse fields as public relations, journalism, business, teaching, service organizations, and the arts. The major is excellent preparation for studies in library science, law, social work, and the ministry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

World Religions

Study of Religion

The Abrahamic Religions

Christian Theology

Judaism

Hebrew Bible

Christian Beginnings

Islam

Greek and Roman Religion

Special Studies in Religion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fredericksburg, 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

UMW accepts both The Common Application and the UMW Application. Please submit the application along with an essay, application fee, or approved waiver.

Send transcripts and/or exam results – matriculation/secondary school certificates, mark sheets, diplomas – with a certified copy of the English translation, for high school work you have completed.

Submit at least one letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher, using the Common Application Secondary School Report.

English Language Proficiency

Students are required to demonstrate financial ability to pay for at least one year of academic and living expenses and pay your enrollment deposit before being issued an I-20 by UMW.

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

22852 USD / year

≈ 22852 USD / year
Out-of-State

22852 USD / year

≈ 22852 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9346 USD / year

≈ 9346 USD / year

Funding

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