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Sharpen your life and career skills with an online degree in religious studies.
A religious studies degree program, whatever its focus, has the purpose of intellectually challenging its students—of guiding you in the study of the diverse tenets and traditions of faith around the globe. As the world grows, so does the need and opportunity for the study of religion.
More than 80% of the world professes belief in a higher power. The human population is expanding at a jaw-dropping rate, yet globalization and the effects of technology make us ever-closer and more accessible to each other. For you, as someone considering a degree in religious studies, the sum effect of these is a pattern of opportunity: a close understanding of religion and faith is becoming increasingly relevant; and today's internet technology lets you pursue a competitive degree in religious studies entirely online.
Should your career path take you up to leadership roles within your church or temple, a religious studies degree is an excellent precedent to attending seminary or otherwise pursuing a theology degree.
If, on the other hand, your goals have a non-clergy focus, a religious studies degree will open up all manner of professional training and positions, such as:
- Religious systems management
- Counseling & social work
- Life ministries
- Education
- Non-profit organizations & government work
- Publishing
- Museums & the arts
- Business marketing & management
In the academic arena, an online religious studies degree will qualify you for graduate-level study in theology and divinity—as well as outside the religious realm, in disciplines as varied as education, medicine, business, and law.
Explore available Religious Studies programs.
As a prospective religious studies student, you have a wide variety of programs to investigate. Look through the programs offered below and request more information today. Each of the featured colleges and universities will aid you in the process of finding the program that best fits your life individual goals.
- Religion (Associate's)
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- Religion (Bachelor's)
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- Christian Leadership (Master's)
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- Evangelism and Church Growth (Master's)
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- Marketplace Chaplaincy (Master's)
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- Master of Arts in Religion
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- Master of Divinity
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- Pastoral Counseling (Master's)
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- Religious Education (Master's)
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- Religious Education-Chaplaincy (Master's)
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- Sacred Theology (Master's)
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- Theological Studies (Master's)
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- Worship Studies (Master's)
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- Doctor of Ministry
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- Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation (Certificate)
Abilene Christian University’s Conflict Resolution Certificate is a 15 credit-hour program designed to prepare students to analyze, address, and manage conflict effectively and professionally. A k...
- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Family and Community Services
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- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Gerontology
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- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Human Professional Administration
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- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Information Technology
Abilene Christian University’s Bachelor of Applied Studies in Information Technology is a faith-based, online program that allows you to apply you technical skills in the configuration, development and ...
- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Liberal Arts
Abilene Christian University’s Bachelor of Applied Studies in Liberal Arts is a faith-based, online program that is a non-traditional degree which requires an interdisciplinary program of studies in var...
- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Sociology
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- Bachelor of Applied Studies in Sociology/Criminal Justice
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- Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation (Master's)
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- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Abilene Christian University’s Master of Education Curriculum and Instruction is a faith-based, online program that prepares you to supervise instructional and support personnel at the school building, ...
- Master of Education in Education Technology
Abilene Christian University’s Master of Education in Education Technology is a faith-based, online graduate program designed for practicing classroom teachers who seek additional training in the design...
- Master of Education in Higher Education Affairs
Abilene Christian University’s Master of Higher Education, Emphasis in College Student Affairs and Conflict Management is a faith-based, online program designed to prepare you for professional careers i...
- Master of Education in Leadership of Learning
Abilene Christian University’s Master of Education in Leadership of Learning is a faith-based, online program designed to empower you as an educational leader who promotes instruction in safe and produc...
- Master of Education in Reading
Abilene Christian University’s Master of Education in Reading is a faith-based, online program designed to prepare you to diagnose reading difficulties and teach reading programs at various educationa...
- Master of Education Special Education
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- Organizational and Human Resource Development (Master's)
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- B.A. in Communication
Professional Communication
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- B.A. in English
Literature & Word
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- B.A. in Government
A Christ-centered approach to government and politics
Regent's Government program transforms you into a Christian man or woman who can critically evaluate the social and political systems in th...
- B.S. in Organizational Leadership & Management (Bachelor's)
A Christian leader in a world desperate for vision and integrity
With Regent's Organizational Leadership & Management program you will develop as an innovative thinker, learning how to form...
- Global Business (Bachelor's)
Business opportunities arise at the international level!
Learn international business from top Christian business executives who have a deep appreciation for global commerce and are passionate ...
- Psychology (Bachelor's)
A Christ-centered approach to psychological theory and practice
With Regent's Psychology program, you will develop into a man or woman who can discern people and situations well. A group of pro...
- Religious Studies (Bachelor's)
Study religion, God's word, and his plan for humanity.
With Regent's Religious Studies program, you will be a part of a community of believers committed to learning about who God is, equipping...
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