Bachelor in Philosophy and Religious Studies (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for in-state students is $4,500 per semester; out-of-state students pay $12,000 per semester.; applications for the Jan 2027 intake close on Nov 1, 2026.

This programme prepares students for roles in education, research, and public service through critical analysis of philosophical and religious ideas. Students study core texts and theories in both philosophy and religious traditions. The curriculum allows customization through three distinct tracks: Philosophy, Religious Studies, or a combined focus. Each track requires 18 credit hours of upper-level courses in the chosen area.

Focus areas include Philosophy, Religious Studies, Combined Philosophy and Religious Studies.

The programme requires 30 credit hours in the major, with 12 hours in core courses and 18 hours in one of three tracks. Students select upper-level courses based on their chosen track.

Graduates pursue careers in teaching, research, nonprofit work, and public policy.

Applicants must meet general university admission requirements. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Official transcripts and standardized test scores may be needed.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 75% of applicants.

Winthrop University has grown into a comprehensive institution serving students through undergraduate majors and graduate programs. Its academic options cover a wide range of interests, with courses available on campus, online and in hybrid formats. Students can shape their studies around their goals, whether beginning college or continuing their education.

The university’s campus is in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and its student experience combines academic study with athletics and extracurricular activities. Winthrop Athletics includes 16 NCAA Division I teams competing in the Big South Conference. Club and hybrid sports also form part of campus life, including esports, cornhole and a women’s flag football team scheduled to launch in the fall. Convocation serves as a welcoming ceremony for new and transfer students at the start of the academic year.

International students should begin with the admissions process, where they can find information about enrollment, financial aid, academic programs and student life. The admissions team provides guidance for students considering campus-based or online study. A 14-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio supports close academic contact, while the university’s range of majors and flexible course formats allows students to match their education with their interests and circumstances.