Religious Studies

What can I do with a degree in religious studies?

Your background in religious studies will prepare you for such careers as teaching or directing religious education, or working as a pastoral minister. You will have the educational foundation you need to pursue graduate school in religion, philosophy, or many other fields. Graduates of Mount Mercy's program are now working as:

• Director of Religious Education
• Associate Director of the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministries
• Church Rector
• Pastoral Associate
• Critical Care Educator
• Archives Librarian
• Research Attorney

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What classes should I take to enter the program?
What will it take to graduate?
Four-Year Plan for Religious Studies
What can I do with a degree in religious studies?
Who can I talk to?