RT 301: In the Beginning: Bible and Belief
Introduces the study of the Old and New Testaments, the historical background of the texts and what its authors have to say to people today on important religious questions.
Religious Studies and Theology
Bachelor of Arts
Examine the role of world religion.
Do you have critical reading and writing skills? Are you interested in understanding religion and the role it plays in our world? If so, you may be interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies and Theology.
Within the Religious Studies and Theology major, students may choose from three different areas of focus:
- Christian Theology
- Lay Ministry
- Religious Studies
The Christian Theology emphasis focuses on the conversation between Christian faith and reason. Practical experience applying theology to work in religious organizations is the core of the Lay Ministry focus. Diverse religious traditions, as well as the interaction between religion and culture, are the focus of Religious Studies and Theology. All three areas of study cultivate critical thinking and are particularly amenable to combinations with another major. Graduates from Regis University have gone on to pursue a wide range of careers in business, law, education, the arts, volunteer work with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and other organizations, parish work, and religious life. They have pursued graduate work at some of the most prestigious graduate programs in the country.
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Program Snapshot
Course Format
On-campus courses
Academic Term
16-week semesters
Priority Application Deadlines
Early Action: Oct. 15
First-Year Students: Jan. 1
Transfer Students: June 1
Sample Religious Studies and Theology Classes
RT 305: Belief and Unbelief
Explores questions of belief and doubt from Christian and secular perspectives, for example, regarding science, philosophy and the experience of suffering.
RT 310: Science and Religion
An investigation into the relationship between science and religion, including its history as well as its different possibilities, conflict, independence and dialog.
Program Details
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Religious Studies and Theology Career Paths
Anthropologist
Anthropologists study the presence and behaviors of human beings throughout time to better understand human life.
Social Scientist
Social scientists are responsible for studying and researching the links between society and human behavior.
Archivist
Archivists preserve and manage historical artifacts for both private and nonprofit organizations.
Choose Jesuit Education
Regis University follows in the heritage of the Jesuit Catholic order, prioritizing the development of the whole person while preparing you for the modern world. Learn more about our tradition of excellence and the benefits of a Jesuit education.
How to Apply
To apply to the B.A. Religious Studies and Theology program, you will need:
- Completed online application
- Official high school transcripts
- Personal statement
The first step in the application process is to contact an admissions counselor, who can help you through the entire application process, evaluate your prior learning credit (AP, IB, etc.) and provide information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance.
Tuition for the 2027-2028 academic year (fall/spring): $48,440
Thanks to scholarships and grants, most first-year undergraduate Regis students pay less than the full tuition amount, making a Regis education more affordable than you might think.
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Your total cost of attendance will include tuition, fees, books and other costs like basic living expenses, but the net price you pay may be lower after any scholarships and grants you might receive.
A Culture of Excellence
The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies and Theology is offered by the Religious Studies and Theology Department within Regis College.