Houston,
TX,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Religion - African Religions in Houston United States | Rice University
Rice University
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,210
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The discipline of African Religions encompasses a multidisciplinary exploration focusing on indigenous African faiths, Christianity's presence in Africa, Islam across the continent, and African-derived religious practices in the Diaspora such as Pentecostalism, Santería, Vodou, and Candomblé. Scholarly investigation in this field employs diverse methodologies including historical analysis, ethnographic studies, phenomenological examination, theological inquiry, ethical considerations, and philosophical perspectives. Those studying indigenous traditions may explore topics like historical authenticity, symbolic systems, cosmological frameworks, ceremonial practices, moral philosophies, spiritual healing methods, the intersection of religion with governance, and religious themes in literature. Students concentrating on religion and healing are advised to engage with coursework and research opportunities within the Bioengineering Department's global health initiative.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All official transcripts must be sent directly to the program to which you intend to apply. For a listing of contacts, please visit the program mail stop directory. You may also upload an unofficial transcript directly within your online application.
Rice University accepts transcripts delivered electronically through Parchment. Programs are able to receive transcripts through other online services as well.
Applicants from Chinese institutions can request and submit official transcripts directly through CHESICC. Requests are processed by CHESICC and will be sent electronically to be associated with your application. If submitting through CHESICC you will not need to submit a paper copy of your transcript. Go here to get started.
For 2024 admissions, Rice generally is not requiring the GRE. However, individual degree programs have the option of recommending, strongly recommending, or requiring the general GRE. See the Programs of Study page or reach out to your program of admission for clarification.
In general, applicants should have at least a 3.0 (B) grade point average, or the equivalent, in their undergraduate work.
The TOEFL IBT or IBT Home Edition. A minimum score of 90 is required
IELTS Indicator. A minimum score of 7 is required.
Duolingo. A minimum score of 115 is required.
Rice University accepts transcripts delivered electronically through Parchment. Programs are able to receive transcripts through other online services as well.
Applicants from Chinese institutions can request and submit official transcripts directly through CHESICC. Requests are processed by CHESICC and will be sent electronically to be associated with your application. If submitting through CHESICC you will not need to submit a paper copy of your transcript. Go here to get started.
For 2024 admissions, Rice generally is not requiring the GRE. However, individual degree programs have the option of recommending, strongly recommending, or requiring the general GRE. See the Programs of Study page or reach out to your program of admission for clarification.
In general, applicants should have at least a 3.0 (B) grade point average, or the equivalent, in their undergraduate work.
The TOEFL IBT or IBT Home Edition. A minimum score of 90 is required
IELTS Indicator. A minimum score of 7 is required.
Duolingo. A minimum score of 115 is required.
Tuition
USD
57,210