Regis University School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies
Regis University’s Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies degree is designed for adult students interested in changing careers or preparing for careers in the area of religion, as well as those seeking community involvement or personal growth.
Class Format
Classroom- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $365 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
128 Credit Hours
Related Certificates
- Adult Spirituality
- Catholic Studies
- Irish Studies
- Peace and Social Justice
- All Undergraduate Certificates
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The Regis CPS classroom-based Religious Studies degree introduces the adult student like you to the themes of the Old Testament and New Testament, to both eastern and western religious traditions, and to the many faces of Christianity.
Regis CPS Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies curriculum offers a strong foundation in Religious Studies plus the choice of four areas of specialization:
- Religious Studies
- Catholic Studies
- Peace and Social Justice
- Spirituality
Jesuits, once known as the schoolmasters of Europe, are educators and scholars, renowned for their devotion to social justice. Jesuits conducted landmark work in the field of genetics, and they defended Galileo in his study of astronomy.
Today, a Religious Studies degree from Regis CPS, based on Jesuit education principles, encourages adult students like you to develop a sense of responsibility for yourself and the community, and to use your talents for leadership and service to others. You’ll be challenged to think clearly, to defend your ideas, and test commonly accepted knowledge.
Who should enroll in the Regis University CPS Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies program?
The Regis CPS classroom-based Religious Studies degree program suits you, the busy adult, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who are pursuing the scholarly background needed for Theology and graduate school, who desire the knowledge of spiritual tradition and its implications, who are involved in leadership roles in the spiritual community, or who wish to explore a personal spiritual journey.
The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Regis MBA program or through other graduate degrees from our Regis School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in the classroom, online, and as Guided Independent Study (GIS). Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | October 19 | December 13 | October 14 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | March 7 | January 7 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 - 2009 | September 28 | November 1 |
| Fall 3 - 2009 | November 2 | December 6 |
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | February 14 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | February 15 | March 21 |
| Spring 3 - 2010 | March 22 | April 25 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | June 13 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 14 | July 18 |
| Summer 3 - 2010 | July 19 | August 22 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Courses (18 Credit Hours)
- RC 220A World Religious Traditions I (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 220B World Religious Traditions II (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 311 Faces of Christianity (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 200 Introduction to Religious Studies (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 305 Old Testament Themes (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 306 New Testament Themes (3 Credit Hours)
Upper Division Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- RC 400E Themes in Religion and Culture: Religion in America (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 406 Approaches to Biblical Literature (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 483/HU 483 Capstone Research: Principles and Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 493/HU 493 Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
Three credit hours selected from the following:
- RC 404 Women Transforming the World (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 405 Dimensions in Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 416 Ignatian Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 470E Adult Spirituality: Adult Spiritual Life and Growth (3 Credit Hours)
Fifteen credit hours selected from the following:
- RC 400E-W Themes in Religion and Culture (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 404 Women Transforming the World (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 405 Dimensions in Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 409 Justice and Peace (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 410E-W American Religious Traditions (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 412E-W Themes in Religion and Philosophy (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 416 Ignatian Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 458 Judaism (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 459 Islam (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 470E Adult Spirituality: Adult Spiritual Life and Growth (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 401E-W Topics in Old Testament Studies (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 402E-W Themes in New Testament Studies (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 412 Catholic Life and Thought (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 422 Jesus of Nazareth (3 Credit Hours)
Specialization (Optional) (12 Credit Hours)
Biblical Studies
- RS 406 Approaches to Biblical Literature (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 401E-W Topics in Old Testament Studies (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 402E-W Themes in New Testament Studies (3 Credit Hours)
- RS 422 Jesus of Nazareth (3 Credit Hours)
Catholic Studies
- CAS 409 Justice and Peace (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 412 Catholic Life and Thought (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 416 Ignatian Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- CAS 420E-W Catholic Traditions in Society and Culture (3 Credit Hours)
Peace and Social Justice
- RC 405 Dimensions in Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 409 Justice and Peace (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 410E American Religious Traditions: Native American Religious Traditions (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 410F American Religious Traditions: African American Religious Traditions (3 Credit Hours)
Spirituality
- RC 404 Women Transforming the World (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 405 Dimensions in Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 416 Ignatian Spirituality (3 Credit Hours)
- RC 470E Adult Spirituality: Adult Spiritual Life and Growth (3 Credit Hours)
Minor (Optional) (0 or 12 Credit Hours)
General Electives (11 or 23 or 35 Credit Hours)
Thirty-five elective credit hours of general academic courses are required if a minor is not chosen. Technical credits may be used to meet this requirement.
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $365 | $50 | $11,000 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr.hr.) | $18,300 |
| Colorado Christian University | 128 | $697 avg. ($10,450 per semester/12-17 credit hrs.) | $180 | $21,080 (2 semesters) |
| Colorado State University 1 | 120 | $3,431/15 hrs. appx. $228/hr. | $2,578/15 hrs. | $12,098 |
| DeVry University | 124 (BSBA) | $550 (1-11 cr./$330 for 12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,790 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 120 | $2,445/15 hrs (appx. $163/hr.) | $1,182 | $5,678 |
| University of Colorado-Colorado Springs | 120 (BS in Business) | $2902 | $893 | $8700 appx. + appl. fees. |
| University of Phoenix3 | 120 | $375 | $3,400 | $12,100 |
1Does not include COF Stipend
2Varies by student classification. College opportunity fund stipend ($68/cr.) may be deducted if received.
3Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr. hr.) | $18,300 |
| Capella University1 | 121 | $485 | $325 | $14,875 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 120 | $299 | $25 | $8,995 |
| Colorado Technical University | 121 | $490 | $50 | $14,750 |
| DeVry University | 124 | $525 (1-11cr.); $330 (12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,130 |
| Jones International University | 120 | $475 | $2760 | $14,960 |
| Kaplan University1 | 121 | $523 | $795 | $15,940 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 120 | $540 | $1,800 | $16,200 |
| University of Maryland- University College |
120 | $499 | $1,060 | $15,610 |
| University of Phoenix2 | 120 | $5302 | $3,4002 | $16,7502 |
| Walden University1 | 121 | $380 | $480 | $11,540 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Online Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
