The study of religion is the study of beliefs, practices and texts that have sustained people over time. Our majors encounter the diversity of global and historical religious traditions, and they investigate the ways religion has been used to both bolster inequality and also fight injustice.
The study of religion at Earlham offers you a strong foundation in critical thinking and communication skills. Among the many careers our alumni pursue are social work, law, conflict resolution, counseling psychology, food production and policy, and entrepreneurship in the arts.
To earn a Bachelor of Arts in religion, you must complete the following courses, in addition to general education requirements.
Students majoring in religion will complete a minimum of 32 credits.
The following two courses are required:
One course from each of the three subject areas — Texts, Histories, Moral Vision — is required:
Texts
Histories
Moral Vision
Additional Requirements
Religion as a major field of study provides a center around which to integrate liberal arts studies as well as a background for vocations such as ministry, teaching, counseling and social work.
Students minoring in religion will complete a minimum of 20 credits.
The following course is required:
One course from each of the three subject areas — Texts, Histories, Moral Vision — is required:
Texts
Histories
Moral Vision
Additional Requirements
90% of work seekers who majored in the humanities between 2018-2022 were employed, pursuing graduate school or volunteering within six months of graduation.
100% of religion majors from the classes of 2017-2019 were working or in grad school within six months of graduation.
66% Nearly two-thirds of our students go on to graduate school within six years of graduation.
Outcomes
Top job industries for 2017-2019 graduates included nonprofits and government.
Can I do off-campus study
Yes! Religion majors are encouraged to consider off-campus study. Learn more about available programs through the Center for Global and Career Education.