100%
Online Option
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Explore Faith. Understand Culture. Engage the World.
Religion has played a profound role in shaping human history, culture, communities, and ideas.
The Bachelor of Arts in Religion at Athens State University gives you the opportunity to explore religious traditions, beliefs, texts, history, and practices while developing the critical-thinking, communication, and analytical skills needed to engage thoughtfully with a diverse and complex world.
Whether you are interested in religious studies, ministry, education, nonprofit and community service, or simply want to deepen your understanding of the beliefs and traditions that influence individuals and societies, the B.A. in Religion provides a strong foundation for your academic, professional, and personal goals.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Religion provides a broad study of religion and its relationship to history, culture, society, and human experience. Through the program, you’ll examine religious traditions and ideas while developing the ability to thoughtfully engage with texts, perspectives, and questions that have influenced people and communities throughout history.
The program is designed to help you understand religion not only as a matter of individual belief, but also as an important force in shaping cultures, institutions, values, and human relationships. You’ll have opportunities to explore the historical and social contexts of religious traditions while developing the intellectual tools to consider complex questions from multiple perspectives.
Whether you’re preparing for a career, continuing your education, or seeking a deeper understanding of religion and its place in the world, the program provides a versatile foundation for what’s next.
What You’ll Learn
As a Religion student at Athens State, you’ll explore the beliefs, traditions, histories, and practices that have shaped religious communities and influenced cultures around the world. Your studies will introduce you to religious texts and traditions while helping you understand their historical, cultural, and social contexts.
You’ll learn to analyze ideas carefully, interpret texts and information, evaluate differing perspectives, and communicate complex concepts clearly. Along the way, you’ll examine questions involving faith, meaning, morality, ethics, and the human experience while developing an appreciation for the diversity of religious and cultural perspectives.
The skills you develop extend well beyond the study of religion. Research, critical thinking, written and verbal communication, ethical reasoning, cultural awareness, and the ability to thoughtfully engage with different perspectives can serve you in virtually any professional environment.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
A degree in Religion can prepare you for careers and further study in a variety of people-focused and intellectually demanding fields. Graduates may pursue opportunities with religious organizations, nonprofits, community organizations, educational institutions, and other organizations where communication, cultural understanding, and ethical reasoning are important.
For students interested in ministry or other professions that require advanced education or professional credentials, the B.A. in Religion can provide a strong undergraduate foundation for graduate or professional study. Potential areas of further study include theology, religious studies, ministry, education, counseling, law, and other related disciplines.
Perhaps one of the greatest advantages of studying Religion is the versatility of the skills you develop. Employers across industries value graduates who can research effectively, communicate clearly, think critically, understand different perspectives, and thoughtfully approach complex issues.
Explore your career pathways with the Bachelor of Arts in Religio, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$30k
Religious Worker Estimated Entry Salary
$41k
Religious Worker Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Ready to take the next step toward your degree? Athens State University offers a transfer-friendly admissions process designed to help you make the most of the college credits you’ve already earned.
Whether you’re transferring from another university or community college or returning to college after time away, our admissions and financial aid teams can help you understand your options and navigate the process of becoming an Athens State student.
From scholarships and grants to other forms of financial assistance, Athens State provides resources to help make completing your bachelor’s degree more attainable.
Explore Admissions & Aid to learn more about requirements, application steps, transfer credit, scholarships, and financial assistance.
Why Choose this Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Bachelor of Arts in Religion is offered through a variety of flexible course formats, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone—our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.