Overview

The Christian and Religious Studies Major is offered by Samford University. The Christian and Religious Studies major prepares students to succeed in many professions. Our graduates thrive as pastors, missionaries, professors, and social workers, as well as in leadership roles in businesses and nonprofit organizations. In the 36 hours required for the major, students explore the Bible, Christian theology, and ministry, as well as the history and philosophy of religion.

Key Facts

Students explore the Christian tradition in which Samford is rooted, as well as other religions that shape our world. Our Preministerial Scholars program offers co-curricular discussions, internships and other ministry enrichment opportunities to help nurture students preparing for ministry. Christian and Religious Studies majors are eligible to participate in a fast track option for the Master of Divinity degree or for the Master of Social Work degree. Students participate in courses dedicated to asking and seeking answers to the most important questions about faith, Scripture, history, the realities of ministry, and modern society. In carrying out their studies, students pursue academic excellence in the highest tradition of Christian scholarship, where the pursuit of wisdom and truth is carried out in a way that does not divorce learning from faith. They may take courses focused on ministry such as preaching and pastoral care, as well as internships that strengthen the link between the classroom and everyday life. They are given opportunities to explore diverse cultures and distant lands. The major is part of the broader bachelor of arts curriculum in Howard College and it can easily be combined with other majors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical and Religious Studies

World Religions

Creation & Covenant in the Old Testament

Jesus and the Gospels

Jewish and Christian Scriptures
Wisdom in the Bible and Beyond

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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More details

Rolling Admission - Decisions will be released once a month, typically beginning in December until the class is full.

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Homewood, United States

Disciplines

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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

Completed International Undergraduate Application
$40 application fee
Official government documentation (passport, visa)
Documentation for financial support (bank statement, minimum balance $42,120)
Translated and notarized transcript (if your high school study was done abroad)
WES Course by Course Evaluation
ECE Course by Course Evaluation
Personal essay
Letter of recommendation
English proficiency tests
ACT/SAT scores (student may request waiver)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40760 USD / year

≈ 40760 USD / year
Out-of-State

40760 USD / year

≈ 40760 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40760 USD / year

≈ 40760 USD / year

Living costs

Homewood

United States

850 - 1300 USD / month

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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