Religious Studies (BA), 4-Year

Overview

D’Youville’s Bachelor of Arts program in Religious Studies allows students to examine and explore one of the most pervasive and influential forces in society. From world religions – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism – to major ethical issues – abortion, LGBT rights, stem cell research, social justice, and poverty – students will develop the analytical writing and comprehension skills necessary for advanced careers.

Our compact, 36-credit program offers students the opportunity to cater their studies to their personal preferences as they plan for careers in law, education, ministry, and government, or to continue their education through graduate programs. Students are encouraged to explore a double major in fields such as Psychology, Philosophy, History, Nutrition and Dietetics, and more.

Admission Requirements

At D'Youville, we are committed to selecting students who are academically well-rounded and committed to meeting the challenges of a high-quality education. If you have been successful in a traditional college preparatory program in high school, you should be well-prepared for the academic challenges at D'Youville. While we don't require you to submit ACT or SAT test scores, if you have taken or intend to take a standardized test we encourage you to submit your scores if you'd like them to be evaluated as part of your application.

First Time in College Freshman Requirements:

• Submitted application for admission
• Applications are free of charge and can be found on our Apply: Freshmen webpage.
• Official high school transcripts
• An overall weighted GPA of 80 with successful completion of high school graduation requirements and three years of math, history, english, and science.

Not Required (utilized in a holistic review for admission if provided):

• Standardized SAT/ACT test scores
• Admissions essay
• Letters of recommendation

Transfer Admission Required Review Criteria:

• Submitted application for admission
• Applications are free of charge and can be found on our apply webpage.
• Official transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges/universities
• Cumulative GPA of 2.33

 Not Required (utilized in a holistic review for admission if provided):

• Coursework relevant to major of interest
• Admissions essay
• Letters of recommendation

Curriculum

Find detailed course information for the Bachelor of Arts Religious Studies Program, tools to plan your education, and complete academic policies and procedures in the D'Youville academic catalog.

 

Internships

The internship component of the Religious Studies degree allows students to build on and extend their learning beyond the classroom experience. Students will further their career aspirations with practical experience in meaningful, religious settings.

Students will participate in a minimum of 160 hours of internship – approximately 10 hours per week – as they further the institution's mission of leadership and service in a wide variety of institutional and business roles directly related to their studies.

Students can seek internships in:

• Charitable/non-profit organizations
  • Catholic Relief Services
  • Friends of Night People
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • The Alliance for the Great Lakes
  • Catholic Charities
  • Rotary Club
  • Gloria J. Parks Community Center
  • Buffalo Niagara River Keepers
  • VOICE Program at PeacePrints Prison Ministries
  • Moving Miracles
• Ministry
  • Catechist
  • Music/youth/family minister
  • Summer camp