Overview

Carroll University’s Religious Studies major explores the rich history and traditions of religion and the role it plays in culture, politics and society. This major complements many areas of study including business, psychology, history, health sciences and writing. The required coursework offers you the flexibility to pursue a double major if you choose.

Our program provides you with the opportunity to study Christian traditions and also gain a deeper understanding of religions such as Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism and Native American traditions.

Careers

College is a big investment in a bright future. Learn more about the industries and careers our majors pursue, and the workplaces and experiences of the alumni from our programme;

Your degree in religious studies will help prepare you to work in many career areas.

Church and missionary leadership

Community leadership

Non-profit organizations

Chaplaincy

Library sciences

Music

Journalism

Medicine

Social Work

Programme Structure

Courses include:

You’ll have opportunities to meet and share ideas with leaders from a variety of faiths throughout southeastern Wisconsin.

And you’ll take courses that make you think critically about the interaction between religion and other areas including healthcare, politics and literature.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and you'll receive an admissions decision within two weeks of submitting a complete application.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waukesha, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 870 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

Official or Unofficial High School Transcript

Students must have completed a minimum of 6 semesters of high school to be eligible for review (through junior year)

Unofficial transcripts are accepted for admission purposes

A final, official transcript will be required at the completion of your high school degree

Standardized Test Scores (optional)

Carroll accepts ACT or SAT

The writing portion of the ACT is not required or considered in admission

An unofficial copy of your test score is accepted for admission purposes

If multiple test scores are received, we will super score to give students a benefit

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

41200 USD / year

≈ 41200 USD / year
Out-of-State

41200 USD / year

≈ 41200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

41200 USD / year

≈ 41200 USD / year

Living costs

Waukesha

United States

1283 - 2128 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

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

Waukesha

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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