Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Drew 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 New Jersey colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Drew University

LAKESIDE BUSINESS PARK, 1500 LIBERTY PLACE, ERIAL, NJ

Drew University 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 Madison, New Jersey, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 2,700 students are enrolled per year at Drew University.

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

• Social Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• English Language And Literature
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 21 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1500 to 1850 for the SAT exam. This school admits approximately 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, about 13 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at drew.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $45,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price 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 $7,900. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Drew University is the "Rangers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Fencing (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.drew.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Religious Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drew University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 610
  • Average Annual Salary: $75580

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