Austin,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Religious Studies in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
|
Austin United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,554
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Religious Studies Department at the University of Texas at Austin prepares students to become professionals and scholars who understand religion's significant role in shaping societies and cultures throughout history and today. Our courses employ diverse methodologies to examine religion, analyzing ritual practices and sacred texts, tracing religious origins, and studying how faith intersects with political, social, cultural, and economic systems. The interdisciplinary nature of our program gives students exceptional opportunities to learn from distinguished faculty both within our department and across other disciplines. Whether examining modern religious movements or ancient spiritual traditions, our students gain valuable skills in critical analysis, effective communication, and cultural understanding that benefit them in diverse career paths. Since launching the Religious Studies major in Fall 2000, our graduates have pursued successful careers in healthcare, law, public service, education, finance, and international organizations, while others have continued their studies at prestigious institutions like Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Columbia.
Religious Studies majors develop strong foundations for careers in government agencies, healthcare fields, military service, media, social work, and higher education. Our alumni hold positions as policy advisors, entrepreneurs, religious leaders, legal professionals, and educators. Many have pursued advanced degrees in business, medicine, law, social sciences, and religious studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Your High School Transcripts and Any College Transcripts
Please submit documentation showing that you have completed (or will be completing) an accredited secondary school series equivalent to that of a U.S. high school. Please ensure your official record or transcript (mark sheet) shows your secondary work and grades (or marks) from 9th to at least the end of 11th grade. You will need to include 9th grade even if that work was completed at a different institution. You should also include copies of your official final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program, including external exams such as the General Certificate of Education (GCE) O and A level examinations, school leaving certificates and matriculation exams. If you have earned any college credit (including dual credit) while in high school, submit official transcripts to UT Austin. Please provide official English translations together with the original language records.
High School Prerequisites - You must complete or be on track to complete certain high school coursework to be competitive for admission.
SAT/ACT Scores - Students should submit at least one set of scores directly from the testing agency. We do not require the SAT Essay or ACT Writing scores. Scores included in transcripts and copies of score reports dont meet this requirement. When you ask the testing agency to send your scores, use the codes the agencies have designated for UT Austin:
SAT 6882
ACT 4240
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 79 (internet-based test)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Please submit documentation showing that you have completed (or will be completing) an accredited secondary school series equivalent to that of a U.S. high school. Please ensure your official record or transcript (mark sheet) shows your secondary work and grades (or marks) from 9th to at least the end of 11th grade. You will need to include 9th grade even if that work was completed at a different institution. You should also include copies of your official final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program, including external exams such as the General Certificate of Education (GCE) O and A level examinations, school leaving certificates and matriculation exams. If you have earned any college credit (including dual credit) while in high school, submit official transcripts to UT Austin. Please provide official English translations together with the original language records.
High School Prerequisites - You must complete or be on track to complete certain high school coursework to be competitive for admission.
SAT/ACT Scores - Students should submit at least one set of scores directly from the testing agency. We do not require the SAT Essay or ACT Writing scores. Scores included in transcripts and copies of score reports dont meet this requirement. When you ask the testing agency to send your scores, use the codes the agencies have designated for UT Austin:
SAT 6882
ACT 4240
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 79 (internet-based test)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Tuition
USD
42,554