Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Regent 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 Virginia colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Regent University

Also known as William & Mary

200 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA

Regent University provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Virginia Beach, VA and operated as a private institution. About 5,200 students enroll at Regent University annually.

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

• Education
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Theology And Religious Vocations

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. The majority of students accepted to Regent University have an SAT score between 960 - 1190, or an ACT score between 20 - 25. This school has an acceptance rate of around 82% of which only 18% chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at regent.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $14,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,700 per year. Students at Regent University may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

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

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Annual Salary: $61520

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