Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Beloit 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Beloit College

3201 Eaton Road, Green Bay, WI

Beloit College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Beloit, Wisconsin, which is a predominantly suburban area. Enrollment at Beloit College is nearly 1,400 per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to this school. Scores between 25 to 30 on the ACT or 1110 to 1340 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of about 71 percent of which only 21 percent chose to attend. Additional information on admissions can be found by calling the school or by requesting information via this portal.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $40,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students, which costs around $4,000 each year. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Beloit College "Buccaneers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at beloit.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Religious Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Beloit College offers a bachelor's degree program in religious studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

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