Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Pacific Lutheran 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 Washington colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Pacific Lutheran University (PLU)

2011 W Washington Ave., Yakima, WA

PLU, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Tacoma, Washington, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over three thousand students enroll at PLU annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Pacific Lutheran University offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1450 - 1820 on the SAT and in a range of 21 - 27 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. Pacific Lutheran University admits roughly 80% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, about 29% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at plu.edu.

Tuition is approximately $34,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,900. PLU may offer financial aid for students who qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Pacific Lutheran University "Lutes" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

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

Students who wish to get more about Pacific Lutheran University can take a look at their website at http://www.plu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Religious Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pacific Lutheran 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

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