Overview

Philosophy and Religion from Nebraska Wesleyan University prepares you for strong, upward career paths. According to research.com, 57% of leaders value soft, people skills more than hard skills. Another study shows that 85% of career success is based on these soft skills.

Career

A philosophy and religion degree will develop the skills you need to adapt and succeed in an ever-changing economic landscape. Philosophy and religion majors make a median annual income of $77,610 (research.com) and are found in a variety of professions.

Legal careers Problem solving and reasoning skills prepare students for legal careers. Philosophy and religion majors routinely score highly on the LSAT. Not interested in law school. Problem solving, teamwork, collaboration, reasoning, and communication skills are just as valuable for paralegals and legal secretaries.
Health care More and more medical, nursing, and pharmacy schools are seeking candidates with not only the necessary hard, science skills but also the soft, people skills necessary for treating the whole patient. Philosophy and religion is an ideal second major for well-rounded STEM students.
Business management Businesses are about people: employees, customers, suppliers. Problem solving, decision making, teamwork, collaboration and communication are skills crucial for success in business—especially at the managerial level.
Nonprofit organizing Teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills are crucial for organizing people for the public good.
Graduate school NWU alumni are routinely accepted into philosophy and religious studies MA programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philosophy
Ethics
Social-Political Philosophy
Logic
World Religions
Religious Diversity in the United States

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nebraska City, United States

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies View 1003 other Bachelors in Philosophy 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
Official transcripts from high school and any colleges attended
Completed application form via NWU’s Admissions page
Optional standardized test scores (ACT/SAT)

Tuition Fees

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43966 USD / year

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