Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Religious Studies - Politics and Publics in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
41,544
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania fosters public awareness of religion and examines the formation of public spaces in contemporary times. Graduate scholars exploring this field investigate religion's multifaceted relationships with media, cultural influences, and societal structures in shaping public discourse. Penn's Graduate Group in Religious Studies unites diverse specializations, spanning not only regional studies and historical faith traditions but also methodological perspectives. These include critical examinations of the concept of religion itself, studies of material and visual culture, analysis of both ancient texts and modern media, and investigations into religion's intersection with modern scientific thought, political systems, gender dynamics, and racial issues. Instead of rigid academic tracks, we promote interdisciplinary approaches that equip students for academic careers while honing research and communication abilities valuable across various professional fields. Our primary research domains, presented alphabetically, encompass:
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts uploaded to the application
Letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose
GRE, where required. Check your graduate group for details on program requirements.
Demonstration of English proficiency, where required
Writing sample, where required
Applicants are asked in their application to indicate what fields of specialization they intend to pursue within Religious Studies. While the department strongly encourages creative work that synthesizes diverse approaches to the study of religion, applicants should indicate at least one, and no more than three, research areas when completing the graduate school application.
Letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose
GRE, where required. Check your graduate group for details on program requirements.
Demonstration of English proficiency, where required
Writing sample, where required
Applicants are asked in their application to indicate what fields of specialization they intend to pursue within Religious Studies. While the department strongly encourages creative work that synthesizes diverse approaches to the study of religion, applicants should indicate at least one, and no more than three, research areas when completing the graduate school application.
Tuition
USD
41,544