BACHELOR OF ARTS in Religion

Deepen and broaden your understanding of Christianity and World Religions in the Religion Department at Ashland University.

As a university rooted in Christian heritage, Ashland University offers opportunities to expand your religious understanding to put you on the path for fulfilling your calling

When you study Religion at Ashland University, you’ll explore the fields of:

• Biblical Studies
• Christian Theology
• History of Christianity
• Practical Theology
• Christian Ethics
• World Religions

Religion Department Differentiators
The Religion Department’s programs are academically rigorous, sensitive to issues of faith development, and focused on spiritual and moral formation—a perfect combination for preparing you for your calling to a life of ministry in the church or academy.

As a Religion student, you’ll:

• Receive personal attention from dedicated faculty determined to helping you succeed
• Benefit from small class sizes to facilitate your learning
• Write a thesis in your chosen area of concentration with direction and guidance from your professors
• Participate in thoughtful classroom explorations to deepen your understanding of Christianity and World Religions
• Choose to study religion and travel to Israel, Italy and Germany
• Undertake internships and service learning projects that integrate your studies, serving others in such places as churches, nursing homes, social agencies and non-profit organizations

Many department graduates have attended the Ashland Theological Seminary while others have chosen to pursue additional academic or professional training at Princeton Seminary, Oxford University, Emory University, Duke University, and elsewhere. A religion major or minor is also a perfect complement to any of Ashland’s other fields of study to help you become aware of how religious commitments and values shape our world.