Overview

You should major in religious studies if you want a liberal arts degree that gives you advanced skills in critical thinking, intercultural competency, and communication. The focus on analysis within this degree means religious studies majors are among the top performers on GREs and LSATS, so the degree with prepare you for a variety of post-graduate opportunities: law school, graduate school, or seminary.

What is Religious Studies?

Because religion is everywhere in human experience, studying it provides a foundation for engaging with and appreciating people of all backgrounds. Ultimately, Religious Studies majors develop a toolkit for understanding human beings in light of their ultimate concerns and the particular contexts in which they live.

What sets Religious Studies at Washburn University apart? 

Your courses will be taught by experienced and dedicated faculty, not graduate students.
Religious studies is a small program, so all students benefit from hands-on advising and close mentoring from faculty.
Scholarships are available for incoming and returning students.
As a religious studies major you can double major or participate in the Law Early Admission Program with Washburn Law. A pre-seminary focus can be designed with your advisor as well.
Experiential learning opportunities with classmates and faculty let you study people and their religions on the ground.
Use your senior thesis to pursue original research in any area of religious studies with guidance from faculty mentors. Present your research at international, national, and regional conferences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Religion
World Religions
Corrupting the Youth: Ancient Greek Philosophy
I Think Therefore I Am? Modern Philosophy 1600-1800
Understanding Religion
Senior Thesis Preparation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 868 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

If you meet one of the following criteria you will be granted admission:

A high school GPA ≥ 2.25 OR;
ACT composite score ≥ 21.

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General requirements

Complete the application for admission

official ACT or SAT scores (only required if you’re under 21)*

official high school transcripts

Pay a one-time, $20 non-refundable application fee

While ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, if you have previously taken the test we prefer to have your scores on file for advising purposes and potential scholarship increases (scores will not negatively impact your admission status nor scholarship earning potential).

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Out-of-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year

Living costs

Topeka

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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What is Religious Studies?

What sets Religious Studies at Washburn University apart?

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Topeka

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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