Overview

The B.A. in Religious Studies at California State University Chico prepares students for careers that require critical thinking, analytical skills, skill in oral and written communication, and the ability to reflect on questions of meaning and value in a pluralistic context.

The study of religion is excellent pre-professional preparation for such fields as law, teaching, counseling, social work, journalism, film studies, political science, public administration, anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, philosophy, and English.

Careers

While some majors go on to graduate work in the academic study of religion, others find themselves prepared for work in public service, international affairs, and not-for-profit endeavors, all of which increasingly demand multi-religious competencies.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Religions of East Asia

Roots of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

Judaism, Christianity, and Islam since the Crusades

Religion in America

Religion, Sex, and Gender

Religion and the Arts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chico, United States

Disciplines

History Theology and Religious Studies View 1569 other Bachelors in History in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a university-preparatory secondary/high school program with a 3.0 (B in the U.S. system) or "Very Good" GPA

University-preparatory mathematics courses including beginning algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. All must have passing grades (C or better, or the equivalent)

Must have English Proficiency

The SAT/ACT test is not required for admission. Although not required, higher-level test scores may allow you to be placed into higher level English and/or Math courses

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Out-of-State

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17792 USD / year

≈ 17792 USD / year

Living costs

Chico

United States

1100 - 1600 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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