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Religious Studies Degree
The religious studies program at Aurora University 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 Illinois colleges that offer religious studies degrees.
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Aurora University
639 38th St, Rock Island, IL
Aurora University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Aurora, IL, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Aurora University is nearly four thousand annually.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to AU have an SAT score in a range of 930 to 1060, or an ACT score within the range of 20 to 24. An estimated 70 percent of all applicant were admitted at AU, with 35 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at aurora.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $21,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,300. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Aurora University is the "Spartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.aurora.edu.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Religious Studies program at Aurora University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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 (
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According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Aurora University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Aurora University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Aurora University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Basketball (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Football (Northern Athletics Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Bowling