Religious Studies
Students who majored or minored in the Religious Studies program have gone on to careers in law, medicine, community service, religious leadership, education, and business. This program will train you well in skills employers are looking for, such as reading and writing, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Why Religious Studies at Stetson University?
The Religious Studies Department offers students a vibrant community to explore some of life's biggest questions. What makes a life meaningful? How should we treat each other? What is worth believing in - and how do we know? We pursue these questions through dynamic discussions, the close reading of texts, multimedia analysis, and ethical reflection. You will also gain an understanding of diverse cultures and engage some of today’s most pressing social and moral challenges.
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"Perhaps the most memorable was the one-on-one attention each faculty member gave me as a student. The Religious Studies faculty and staff feel like my second family, helping me develop into a forward thinker and encouraging me to pursue a life path that makes an impact in this world."
Amy Bucciarelli '03 Religious Studies, Assistant Director, UF's Center for Arts in Medicine
"My time at Stetson taught me how to think — how to examine and engage my faith and the world around me with fresh eyes and through multiple lenses. Academically rigorous, Stetson prepared me to continue my education in a competitive graduate school environment while surrounding me with a rich community of friends, mentors and colleagues."
Jamie Lynn Haskins '06 Religious Studies, Chaplain for Spiritual Life, University of Richmond
Career Outcomes
As a Religious Studies graduate, you will find diverse career paths within the religious sector open to you. Additionally, the knowledge, talents and skills you develop will be in high demand across multiple industry sectors, including community leadership, law, medicine, education and business.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Christopher Bell, PhD, University of Virginia
- Sam Houston, PhD, Florida State University
- Carmen Palmer, PhD, University of St. Michael's College
- Jeremy Posadas, PhD, Emory University
- William Chávez, PhD, University of California, Santa Barbara
Pursuing a major or minor in Religious Studies allows you to explore the most important questions and issues for human society. Simultaneously, you learn the critical thinking and communication skills that will be important for success in whatever career you choose. Students must complete the General Education Requirements of the College of Arts & Sciences, along with the requirements of the Social Science major.
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