Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Calumet College of Saint Joseph 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 Indiana colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Calumet College of Saint Joseph

Also known as Calumet College of St Joseph

4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN

Calumet College of Saint Joseph, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Whiting, IN, it offers a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at CCSJ is nearly a thousand annually.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Law and Justice Administration
• Business Administration
• Elementary Education
• Accounting
• Liberal Arts

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Calumet College of Saint Joseph have an SAT score within the range of 920 - 1480, or an ACT score in a range of 14 - 22. This school accepts around 40 percent of applicants. Of those students accepted, about 52 percent registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is nearly $16,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Some students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Calumet College of Saint Joseph through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the school's www.ccsj.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Religious Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Calumet College of St Joseph has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

Salary & Wages

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Annual Salary: $73540

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