Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Hamline 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 Minnesota colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Hamline University

800 West College Avenue, Saint Peter, MN

Hamline University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Paul, MN, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Hamline University is nearly five thousand per year.

Students can select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1430 - 1830 for the SAT exam and in a range of 21 - 27 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Hamline University. Hamline University accepts roughly 70 percent of students applying. Of those students accepted, nearly 24 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $35,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The price of on-campus housing is around $4,700 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Hamline University is the "Pipers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

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

Students can visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Religious Studies Program

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

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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

• Mankato-North Mankato, MN
  • Total Employment: 40

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