Discover just how Diverse the World is with a Religious Studies Major at St. Francis College
We live in a culturally rich but also increasingly complicated world. And the role religion plays in today’s world is vast. As a Religious Studies major at St. Francis College, you have the opportunity to become an expert in the fascinating, diverse history of the world’s religions and gain insightful new perspectives on our current cultural climates.
Religious Studies enables students to understand and appreciate the religious beliefs and practices of all peoples in cultural and historical perspectives and to offer each student the tools to take part in a disciplined reflection on the life of religious faith. The College is steeped in the
Franciscan Tradition of kindness, generosity, tolerance and respect.
Students in the Religious Studies program at St. Francis College gain a broad perspective on cultural diversity, factual knowledge of religion and how they change over time and a critical understanding of the task of studying “religion.” Students come away with expert knowledge in a specific religious tradition as well as an understanding of other religions and the ability to make critical arguments and interpretations of sources.
Religious Studies is an excellent preparation not only for graduate work in religious studies, theology or religious ministry, but for graduate studies and professional work in psychology, history, literature, philosophy, art and social science as well as political science, international affairs and law.
Get the skills you need for a great career. Enrich your understanding of the world’s religions and cultures.
Discover the Religious Studies program at St. Francis College today.