Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Brevard 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 North Carolina colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Brevard College

180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC

Brevard College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Brevard, NC, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. The school enrolls 640 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

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

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores between 18 - 22 on the ACT or 850 - 1040 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for admission. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at Brevard College, with 25% of those accepted choosing to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $25,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Brevard College. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The Brevard College Tornadoes participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

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

Students may visit the school's http://www.brevard.edu to see additional information.

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).