Overview

The Religion degree at the University of Georgia typically takes two years, though students construct an individualized timeline. All MA students take graduate-level coursework that helps them dive more deeply into their chosen research area.

They complete a written comprehensive exam and submit a proposal (or prospectus) for a Master's thesis. They write and defend a thesis on a topic of their choice.

Key Features

The department offers a comprehensive program of studies in the field of religion leading to the MA degree. Areas of concentration are in Biblical studies, Christian studies, Jewish studies, Islamic studies, and Indian and East Asian religious studies.

Various methodologies are employed in these areas. Admission to the MA program presupposes a thorough background in religious studies. The graduate program is designed to give the student a broad and thorough training in the field of religion with a specialization in some area of concentration.

Programme Structure

Areas of emphasis:

American Studies (American Religion, African American Religion, Native American Religion, Southern Religion)

Asian Studies (Literature, History, Thought in Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Jainism, Sikhism, and/or Shinto)

African and African Diaspora Studies

Biblical Studies (Hebrew Bible, New Testament, Biblical World)

Christian Studies (Bible & Christian Literature, History, Thought)

Islamic Studies (Quran & Islamic Literature, History, Thought and Sufism)

Jewish Studies (Hebrew Bible & Jewish Literature, History, Thought)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Graduate School application form.
Application processing fee.
Three letters of recommendation—these must be submitted by your letter writers directly to the Graduate School online application system.
Unofficial transcripts of all institutions attended—official transcripts will be required if you are admitted.
Writing sample—preferably a 10-15 page paper written for an undergraduate or graduate religion course.
Statement of purpose—a statement of around 500–1000 words, explaining which area of religion you wish to research, your proposed topic and/or question, how you anticipate doing the research, and the skills and educational experiences that have prepared you to undertake such research.
Certificate of finances, if applicable.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30182 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30182 USD / year

≈ 30182 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9808 USD / year

≈ 9808 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

720 - 1170 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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