Program Overview
The Women's Studies in Religion at Claremont Graduate University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Women's Studies in Religion programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Claremont, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Women's Studies in Religion programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Women\x92s Studies in Religion
- Major Interpreters in the Study of Religion
- Feminist Theory
- Women\x92s Studies in Religion Courses
- The Muslim World in Perspectives: Shifting Paradigms
- Feminist Approaches to the Genre, Wives of the Prophet
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In addition to any program-specific requirements, all applicants must submit the following materials:
- $80 Application Fee
- Official Transcripts
- Test Scores
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- TOEFL or IELTS Score (International Applicants only)
- As a prospective CGU student, you can receive assistance on all of your immigration needs from our staff. This includes questions about your I-20 (F-1 Student) or DS-2019 (J-1 Student/Scholar) immigration forms, transferring to CGU from another school, health insurance, obtaining a letter to help get a Social Security card (only after you have secured a job), and traveling outside of the United States.
- General Admission Requirements
These general admission sections include:- Before You Apply
- Applying to CGU
- Financing Your Education
- Your Admission Packet
- Next Steps
- Check both listings during your admission process.
- Tuition Deposit/Intent to Enroll
- Affidavit of Financial Support
- Financial Statement or Proof
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,476 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Claremont Graduate University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Claremont Graduate School
Claremont Graduate School
United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months