Knoxville,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Religious Studies in Knoxville United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
|
Knoxville United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,552
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Religious Studies Department at the University of Texas encourages rigorous, cross-cultural examination of religious traditions without privileging any single faith. Utilizing diverse methodological approaches—including historical analysis, anthropological inquiry, textual interpretation, and theoretical frameworks—the department emphasizes the rich diversity and intricate nature of religious worldviews, rituals, communities, and organizations. Faculty members possess broad scholarly specializations, with teaching and research covering major world religions like Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, as well as indigenous spiritual practices. Their work explores geographical areas including the Americas, Africa, the Ancient Mediterranean, and Asia, while investigating connections between religion and contemporary issues like governance, identity, conflict, athletics, digital culture, and creative expression.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
To apply for admission as an undergraduate student, each international student is required to provide the following:
A completed application for undergraduate admission.
Complete one required essay chosen from one of seven prompts.
Optional: Submit recommendation letters (academic, professional, or personal) and a Personal Statement.
Upload Secondary School Transcripts, Diplomas, Certificates, or Examination Results
For students attending a high school in the US, our admissions team uses your self-reported grades to calculate your UT core GPA.
For students attending secondary school outside the US, our admissions team will need official copies of your transcript, diploma, or certificate prior to enrollment.
Request your secondary school or counselor to send your official transcripts. Transcripts, certificates, or diplomas must come directly from the issuing school or issuing ministry or body. Official transcripts are certified copies sent directly from the authorized school official.
Submit Proof of English Proficiency -
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or IELTS Indicator a minimum score of 6.5.
TOEFL-IBT - overall score 70.
TOEFL-PBT - overall score 523
A completed application for undergraduate admission.
Complete one required essay chosen from one of seven prompts.
Optional: Submit recommendation letters (academic, professional, or personal) and a Personal Statement.
Upload Secondary School Transcripts, Diplomas, Certificates, or Examination Results
For students attending a high school in the US, our admissions team uses your self-reported grades to calculate your UT core GPA.
For students attending secondary school outside the US, our admissions team will need official copies of your transcript, diploma, or certificate prior to enrollment.
Request your secondary school or counselor to send your official transcripts. Transcripts, certificates, or diplomas must come directly from the issuing school or issuing ministry or body. Official transcripts are certified copies sent directly from the authorized school official.
Submit Proof of English Proficiency -
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or IELTS Indicator a minimum score of 6.5.
TOEFL-IBT - overall score 70.
TOEFL-PBT - overall score 523
Tuition
USD
29,552