Program Overview
Philosophy, Religion and Society, BA
The Bachelor of Arts program in philosophy, religion and society comprises historical, theoretical and practical perspectives on philosophy, religion and social ethics, and it emphasizes social and political concerns by putting the studies of philosophy and religion into action.
Program Description
This interdisciplinary degree program offers two tracks: applied ethics and religious studies.
At a Glance
- College/school: New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics or any math course that meets the MATH designation
- Math intensity: General
Curriculum
View 2025 - 2026 curriculum. View curriculum archives.
Concurrent Program Options
Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Accelerated Program Options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
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Admission Requirements
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
Tuition Information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Change of Major Requirements
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Transfer Options
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
Global Opportunities
Philosophy, religion and society are the backbone of any culture. Through study abroad programs, students can gain a firsthand perspective on the power of philosophy and religion in societies.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for graduate study or employment in the fields explored through their required capstone or internship, including business, criminal justice, politics, education, government, human resources, law enforcement, law, media, medicine, religious organizations and social services.
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
- Growth: 4.5%
- Median salary: $63,000
- Community Health Worker
- Growth: 11.3%
- Median salary: $51,030
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Growth: 23.2%
- Median salary: $117,960
- News Reporter
- Growth: -3.9%
- Median salary: $60,280
- Political Analyst
- Growth: -3.1%
- Median salary: $139,380
- Politician
- Growth: 3.4%
- Median salary: $44,810
- Public Relations Specialist
- Growth: 4.8%
- Median salary: $69,780
- Religious Education Director
- Growth: 2.1%
- Median salary: $54,840
- Social Services Director
- Growth: 6.4%
- Median salary: $78,240
- Social Worker
- Growth: 3.4%
- Median salary: $58,570
What are Accelerated Programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree. These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years. Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program.
What are Concurrent Programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Concurrent degree programs are specially designed academic programs which provide high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to complete two distinct but complementary bachelor degrees at the same time. Students must meet minimum admissions standards for both programs and be accepted individually by both colleges offering the concurrent program.
What are Joint Programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
What Constitutes a New Program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are Online Programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. Students from western states who select this major may be eligible for a reduced nonresident tuition rate of 150 percent of Arizona resident tuition plus all applicable fees.