Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Augustana College prepares students for careers in variety of careers, such as law, medicine, government, and business. The program focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Program courses include: phenomenology, sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion, mythology, scriptural and textual studies, religious history and politics, and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Augustana College (Augie)

452 S Anderson Rd, Rock Hill, SC

About
Augustana College, located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was founded in 1860, though its history dates to 1835 when Scandinavian immigrants established Hillsboro Academy in Hillsboro, Illinois. The school has seen migration to various states and cities with a variety of for the better part of its early history, eventually settling in Sioux Falls as the Lutheran Normal School in 1889. The schools close proximity to Augustana College located in Canton, resulted in the merger between the two schools in 1918, resulting in the Augustana College and Normal School, followed by the dropping of the “and Normal School” from the name in 1926. Augustana College is a private four year liberal arts institution based on Lutheran principles.

Academics
Augustana College offers over sixty majors and 34 minors, allowing students to select the program and education that best suits his or her academic and career goals. Most programs take four years to complete and result in a bachelor's degree. Minor degrees provide additional studies in a separate field of interest or a field that augments one's major through related study. Additionally, the school offers master degree programs in education and sports administration and leadership, requiring a separate application for admission with its own requirements.

Programs offered at Augustana College include:

• Anthropology
• Communications
• Business Administration and Accounting
• Nursing
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Augustana College must meet the minimum requirements for admission, including a minimum 2.7 GPA, an ACT score of 20 (SAT 950), writing competency demonstrated through the essay, and a letter of recommendation. Applicants must supply transcripts from previous schools. Once the application and necessary information is submitted it will be reviewed and a decision made. If admitted, students will receive information to prepare for their time at Augustana College.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and obtain a Federal PIN. Once submitted, the resulting student aid report (SAR) will be used to determine need, program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Career Options for Graduates

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Annual Salary: $64310

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).