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B. A. Religious Studies

Religion has always held and still holds a critical position in both public and private life, at every time and place having been and still being a large-scale phenomenon of major consequence in the world. Religion not only includes discursive beliefs about the meaning of life, purpose, ultimate reality, the afterlife and other such matters, but also individual and communal identity formation, the ritualized structuring of people’s lives and communities within time and space, and moral principles and ethical directives governing and prescribing human behavior. Religion has always been inextricably bound up with, and strongly influenced by the historical, cultural, sociological, psychological, philosophical, political, educational, literary, artistic, and practically every other aspect of human life and experience. Religion continues to influence billions of people’s daily lives in countless ways and so the understanding of religion is therefore imperative and urgent, and everyone benefits from the study of religion.

The interdisciplinary nature of Religious Studies makes it conducive to pairing with other fields of study, and the B. A. Religious Studies program is designed with double majors in mind. This highly flexible major requires five core Religious Studies courses plus six electives of the student’s choosing, with electives available not only in the Religion department but also in history, philosophy, psychology, sociology, economics, political science, education, medical humanities and healthcare administration, some of which may count toward another major. Students interested in theology may choose their electives from among a variety of Catholic theology course offerings.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Career Services assists students and alumni with all phases of career development, from career guidance and job search training to resume advice, interview skills, and professional networking. We support the mission of Saint Leo University by offering a practical and effective model for life and leadership in a challenging world.

Emphasis/Goals:

Our department provides career coaching and job search resources to assist students and alumni with making informed career development decisions and building the career competencies needed for successful employment outcomes.

Specifically:

Encouraging student and alumni development through personal career exploration, by providing networking opportunities, workshops, and career events.
Creating collaborative employer partnerships to optimize career opportunities.
Partnering with the academic community to facilitate the development of career skills.
Offering contemporary technological resources to enhance the delivery of career services.

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

All India Senior Secondary Certificate (CSBE/CISCE) with C2 (6 pass with credit) or higher in 3 academic subjects or 50% (Pass Class)

Transcripts: Submit transcripts, mark sheets, diplomas or certificates from all post-secondary institutions attended, along with course descriptions and credit values. Certified word-for-word translations of all non-English credentials must be provided. Graduates or former students of Saint Leo University do not need to submit transcripts if they have been previously submitted and are on file.

Proof of English Language Proficiency

All international candidates for admission must prove English language proficiency by at least one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT
International English Language Testing system (IELTS) - minimum score of 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academics (PTE A) - minimum score of 53
For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States
Successful completion of a NAFSA-recognized ESL program
Duolingo English Test - minimum score of 120

Saint Leo University

St. Leo, Florida, United States