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Religion plays a major role in the historical, political, and cultural life of our societies. If you are fascinated by belief systems, consider taking courses at a university or online college. Bachelor's degree coursework can run the gamut from the major religions of the world to the myths, folklore, and legends of ancient civilizations. Classes may also cover related topics such as historical analysis, ethics, modern theology, religious texts, archeology, and the major figures of religion. (cont)

With the advent of online learning, getting your bachelor's degree in religious studies is not only possible, but quite accessible. You can select from online colleges or online religious instruction centers that are specifically geared toward degrees in religious education.

Religious Studies: A Flexible Major

A degree in religious studies not only qualifies you for positions at religious institutions, but also gives you flexibility to choose other careers. The interdisciplinary nature of a religious studies degree offers a broad liberal arts background useful in many disciplines. With a graduate degree, you can pursue specific interests and prepare for a range of career alternatives in social services, non-profit organizations, communications, business, or government. Or you may use your religious studies degree to expand into another field, such as music, teaching, or administration.

Training in Religious Studies

With a little initiative, religious education can extend beyond the four walls of your classroom or Internet connection. One way to get some direct experience is by visiting your local mosque, temple, church, or congregation. You will be able to query members on their prospective religions to find out firsthand why they believe what they believe. If you want to further your understanding of these religions, you might want to consider volunteering for their social functions in order to get to know the members and leaders better.

Interviewing members of an older generation may also yield interesting insights and information that can enhance your religious education. Greek, Chinese, and Scandinavian cultures are particularly rich in legends and folktales.

The Job Market

After completing a degree in religious studies, graduates can expect a wide range of salaries depending on their choice of career. If you want to remain in the field of religion, you may want to become a minister or work in support staff. The average starting salary for new ministers is about $35,721 annually. A career in social work features starting salaries of $34,935 per year. Some religious studies majors continue on to a master's or PhD degree, which qualifies them for employment as college professors. As expected, the job openings for this category are extremely competitive. Average annual income for this job is about $98,000.

Liberty University Online

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AA in Psychology - Christian Counseling
AA in Religion
BS in Multidisciplinary Studies
BS in Religion
Doctor of Ministry
M.Ed. - Program Specialist
MA in Christian Leadership
MA in Evangelism & Church Planting
MA in HS - Christian Ministries
MA in Pastoral Counseling
MA in Professional Counseling
MA in Professional Counseling - 60 Hour
MA in Religion
MA in Worship Studies
MAR - Pastoral Counseling
MAR - Pre - Pastoral
Master of Divinity
Master of Religious Education
Master of Sacred Theology
MDiv - Pastoral Counseling
MDiv - Pastoral Preaching
PhD in Counseling - Pastoral Counseling
PhD in Theology and Apologetics

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Argosy University Online

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EdD in Pastoral Community Counseling

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Grand Canyon University

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BA in Christian Studies
BA in Christian Studies with a concentration in Biblical / Theological Studies
BA in Christian Studies with a concentration in Christian Leadership
BA in Christian Studies with a concentration in Pastoral Ministry
BA in Christian Studies with a concentration in Youth Ministry
MA in Christian Studies
MA in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Christian Leadership
MA in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Pastoral Ministry
MA in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Urban Ministry
MA in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Youth Ministry

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Saint Joseph's College of Maine

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Bachelor of Arts in Theology
Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology

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Sterling College - Online

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Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Ministry

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Andrews University
Andrews University offers the following distance education degree programs:

Bachelor of Arts in Religion
Associate of Arts in General Studies - Personal Ministries

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.

Baptist College of Florida
The Baptist College of Florida offers the following programs online:

Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies
Associate of Divinity

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Briercrest Bible College (Canada)
Briercrest Bible College offers the following degree and certificate programs in a combination of internet and distance education formats:

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies
Associate of Arts in Christian Studies
Bible Certificate

Courses are fully accredited by the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges at the college level and The Association of Theological Schools (ATS) at the graduate level.

Caldwell College
Caldwell College offers a Bachelor of Arts in Theology. This external degree program is earned through independent guided study. Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Columbia Union College
Columbia Union College offers the following degrees by distance education:

Bachelor of Arts in Theology
Bachelor of Arts in Religion

Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Adventist Accrediting Association of the Department of Education of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.

Crown College
Crown College offers the following Christian Ministry programs online:

Associate of Science in Christian Ministry
Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministry
Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership
Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges.

Griggs University
Griggs University is the collegiate division of Home Study International and was founded to meet the needs of international students who have no access to an Adventist campus. Distance degree programs include:

Associate of Arts - Personal Ministries
Bachelor of Arts in Religion
Bachelor of Arts in Theological Studies
Bachelor of Science in Church Business Management
Bachelor of Science in Religious Education

Accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council and the Accrediting Association of Seventh-day Adventist Schools, Colleges, and Universities.

Judson College
Judson College offers the following bachelor degree programs by distance education:

Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies
Bachelor of Ministry

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Master's College and Seminary (Canada)
Master's College and Seminary offers the following online programs in theology and religious studies:

Bachelor of Theology: Pastoral Major
Bachelor of Religious Education: Pastoral Major
Three Year Ministerial Diploma
One Year Certificate in Pastoral Leadership

Accredited by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada.

Northwestern College
Northwestern College offers several distance education bible study degree and certificate programs including:

Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Ministries
Associates of Arts in Bible
Certificate in Bible

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Prairie Bible Institute
The Prairie Bible Institute offers a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry through a combination of online and distance education courses. PBI is authorized by the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Alberta to grant degrees in divinity.

Reformed Theological Seminary
The Reformed Theological Seminary offers a Master of Arts in Religion by distance education and the internet. Note that there are two seminars requiring on campus attendance of four days each. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College offers the following theology programs through distance education:

Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology
Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Theology

Rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition, the program welcomes all who seek a deeper understanding of the integration of Christian texts and tradition, contemporary culture and personal experiences. Note that there is a minimum residency requirement. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Southern Christian University
Southern Christian University offers the following online programs:

Christian Ministry Certificate
Religious Studies Certificate
Bachelor of Science in Ministry
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
Master of Science in Pastoral Counseling
Master of Science in Ministerial Leadership
Master of Divinity in Marriage and Family Therapy
Master of Divinity in Professional Counseling
Master of Divinity in Ministerial Leadership
Master of Divinity in Pastoral Counseling
Doctor of Ministry in Family Therapy

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Southwestern College
Southwestern College offers an online Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Pastoral Studies. Accredited by the by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The Catholic Distance University
The Catholic Distance University offers two accredited Master's Degree Programs:

Master's in Religious Studies
Master of Arts in Religious Studies

Both programs are administered through distance learning with no residency requirement. CDU is an accredited member of the Distance Education and Training Council.

University of Waterloo (Canada)
The University of Waterloo offers a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Religious Studies by distance education. The University of Waterloo is a member of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada and the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education.

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