Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Religion in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,528
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Temple University's Department of Religion provides a 30-credit master's degree program. Designed for aspiring Ph.D. candidates at Temple or other top-tier institutions, the program delivers rigorous instruction in research methodologies and specialized areas within religious studies. (Important: Entry into Temple's Ph.D. program necessitates a distinct application process and qualifying exams beyond the M.A. requirements.) For future educators at community colleges or secondary schools, the curriculum enhances research skills and offers comprehensive exploration of global religious traditions. Those pursuing religious ministry gain postgraduate education with cutting-edge research approaches to better comprehend their own or other faiths and cultures. Professionals in fields like business, government, media, healthcare, and social services can develop cross-cultural analytical skills through advanced research training and graduate-level examination of world religions. Additionally, qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds can attain expertise in the broad study of religions, values, and cultures, with opportunities to focus on personal academic interests.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree is required, a degree earned in a Liberal Arts discipline is preferred. Applicants with no Liberal Arts background should consult with the Graduate Director.
Statement of Goals: In 2 to 3 pages, describe your background and specific interests and reasons for pursuing an M.A. in Religion, demonstrating knowledge of the scope and limits of the Department of Religion's offerings and outlook.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Combined scores in the range of 308 to 340 on the verbal and quantitative sections are expected. The verbal score is weighed more heavily than the quantitative.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Writing Sample: The writing sample should demonstrate your ability to research and write a scholarly paper. The paper should be no more than 10 pages in length and fully referenced according to a professional, scholarly style manual. It should be in the field of Religious Studies or a closely related area.
Statement of Goals: In 2 to 3 pages, describe your background and specific interests and reasons for pursuing an M.A. in Religion, demonstrating knowledge of the scope and limits of the Department of Religion's offerings and outlook.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Combined scores in the range of 308 to 340 on the verbal and quantitative sections are expected. The verbal score is weighed more heavily than the quantitative.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Writing Sample: The writing sample should demonstrate your ability to research and write a scholarly paper. The paper should be no more than 10 pages in length and fully referenced according to a professional, scholarly style manual. It should be in the field of Religious Studies or a closely related area.
Tuition
USD
30,528