FASTFACTS
- The Department of Religion and Philosophy at PC accepts students from all faith traditions.
- PC has hosted the Special Olympics for almost 50 years.
- The religion and philosophy major requires only two particular courses – you get to choose 27 hours of remaining elective courses!
- You may pursue the basic major, or choose to concentrate in religious studies, philosophy, Christian studies or Christian education.
WHAT YOU’LL STUDY
The religion and philosophy major exposes you to the big ideas that have influenced mankind throughout history. Because many beliefs are associated with particular countries and world regions, the major also challenges you to think globally. And you come away with real world skills – like written and verbal communication and analyzing and synthesizing data.
With only two required courses, religion and philosophy is one of the most customizable majors. In addition to taking Approaches to the Study of Religion your first year, you’ll choose 27 hours of electives in religion and philosophy. Your professors bring a breadth of experience, with specialties in Bible and philosophy, social activism, and ethics and theology. As a senior, you’ll demonstrate your skills in research, writing and presentation through a capstone project. If eligible, you may also conduct an honors project, which earns you marks of distinction on your transcript and diploma.
The department also offers concentrations in philosophy, religious studies, Christian studies and Christian education.
MORE INFORMATION
- Course Requirements »
- PHIL Course Descriptions »
- RELG Course Descriptions »
- R-CE Course Descriptions »
- CO = Co-requisite
- CO = Co-requisite
- POI = Permissions of Instructor
- PR = Pre-requisite
- RE = Recommended
- XL = Cross-listed
STUDENT EXPERIENCES
CAREER OUTCOMES
If you’re wondering if there are enough jobs for religion and philosophy majors, there’s no need to worry. The skills you acquire in completing your degree translate well into multiple fields. Religion and philosophy graduates find entry-level positions in business, nonprofit organizations and government. They may also work as public administrators and counselors.
According to PayScale, those with a bachelor’s in religion and philosophy earned an average salary of $59,549 in November 2019. And the Center on Education and the Workforce estimates a median income of $68,000 with a graduate degree.
Recent graduates from PC’s religion and philosophy department have pursued careers in law and medicine. Alumni also serve as social workers and ministers. Many earn advanced degrees from some of the country’s finest universities, including Princeton and Emory. No matter your major, PC’s liberal arts education prepares you with problem-solving, critical thinking and other soft skills employers look for.
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