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Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies for Health Professionals

INTO Group - The University of Arizona

USA,Arizona

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 42,300/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 85

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Arizona

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1885

Total Students: 46,900 +

Int. Students: 4,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Tucson, AZ 85721, United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies for Health Professionals

Program Overview

The Religious Studies for Health Professionals major develops students' abilities to apply critical thinking, intercultural competence, and communication skills to the areas of health and science. Through interdisciplinary coursework in Religious Studies and Science/Health, RSHP majors will gain a well-rounded education geared toward health-related careers. Students will learn about diverse religious beliefs and practices that have shaped understandings and experiences of health, illness, healing, and dying; diverse religious perspectives on life cycle issues from birth through the end of life; as well as the impact of religion on past and present healthcare, including the politics and policies surrounding healthcare. This undergraduate degree will help future professionals to navigate these complex human and institutional relationships and meanings in ways that are both informed and respectful.

Learning Outcomes

Religious Diversity and Health: Recognize religious diversity and explain its influence on understandings and experiences of sickness and healing.
Religious History of Science and Medicine: Demonstrate increased research-based knowledge of religious history and how religions have interacted with and influenced the fields of science and medicine.
Critical Reading of Sources on Religion and Health: Demonstrate independent critical thinking by assessing and critiquing a variety of sources on religion and health, including popular and scholarly discourses.
Communication on Religion and Health: Research, interpret, and communicate ideas and data about religion and health effectively for multiple types of audiences.
Academic-based Claims in Religious Studies: Differentiate academic-based approaches in the field of Religious Studies from faith-based approaches.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 85

Tuition Fee

CAD 42,300 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - The University of Arizona

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 70
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
First-year Global Wildcat Award Transfer Global Wildcat Award	First-year Global Wildcat Award • 3.0+ GPA • Full-time enrollment • All applicants automatically considered • Scholarships are renewable with good academic standing Transfer Global Wildcat Award • 3.0+ GPA • Students participate in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at a U.S. community or junior college are eligible for an additional $3,000. • Undegraduate transfer students who earn 12 or more transferable units taken at a non- US college or university or at a US junior college or community college are eligible for these awards.	First-year Global Wildcat Award $4,000-$20,000 per year Transfer Global Wildcat Award $2,500-$10,000 per year

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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Application Fee: CAD 85

English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO

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