Bachelor in Philosophy and Religious Studies (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Philosophy and Religious Studies (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $28,500 per year..

This programme combines the study of religious traditions and scriptures with philosophical inquiry. Students engage in analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and research through coursework and hands-on projects. The degree is offered on-campus with full-time and part-time options. It emphasizes understanding diverse worldviews and applying ethical reasoning to real-world issues.

Focus areas include Biblical literature and theology, Environmental ethics, Spiritual traditions of Asia, Religious traditions and social justice, Philosophical reasoning and argumentation, Religious practices and community engagement.

The programme requires 120 credits, distributed across core courses in philosophy and religious studies, electives, and a senior research project. Students complete a capstone research presentation as part of their final year.

Graduates pursue roles in ministry, community leadership, religious education, and ethical consulting.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of transcripts and a personal statement is required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 62% of applicants.

Professional preparation is part of Berry’s connected learning model. Students begin by developing time-management and reflection skills, then apply their studies to academic and professional goals. Internships, campus employment, mentored research, study abroad and community-based projects help students test interests and build practical experience. Wesley Romero, a 2024 accounting graduate, accepted a position with Georgia-Pacific after a summer internship and credited involvement, networking and his LifeWorks job with supporting his career success.

Academic work often takes place alongside faculty mentors. Berry students explore questions connected to their fields, receive research grants and contribute to projects that deepen their knowledge. Student achievement includes Hannah Blanton’s Goldwater Scholarship while pursuing a Ph.D. in microbiology. These opportunities support students preparing for further study as well as professional careers.

The Berry campus in Mount Berry, Georgia, provides a broad setting for study and work-based learning. Distinct environments and ecosystems, surrounding waterways, architecture and facilities form part of the educational experience. The campus offers space for research and outdoor learning, while Berry’s four-year approach encourages students to connect academic work with personal and professional goals. International students can include study abroad, internships and community projects in that path, working with faculty, staff and peers as they shape their own direction.