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    Religious Studies - MA

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    Calgary, CAMAIn-person2 years
    CA$6,859.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    56%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    CA$145.00
    App fee

    Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary is a 2-year, in-person MA program based in Calgary, CA. Tuition is CA$6,859.

    About the program

    Multidisciplinary program studying religion using anthropological, sociological, historical, philological, and philosophical methods. Covers Western religions, Eastern religions, nature of religion, and critical discourses with specializations in those areas.

    Focus: research
    Times Higher Ed 301-400 (Arts and Humanities)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum score of 86 (Internet-based, with no section less than 20)
    IELTS
    required
    Min score of 6.5 (with no section less than 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary is CA$6,859.
    Is Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary online or in-person?
    Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary is offered in-person.
    How long does Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary take to complete?
    Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary is structured around 2 years.
    What GPA is required for Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree
    How competitive is Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary?
    Religious Studies - MA at University of Calgary reports an acceptance rate of approximately 56%.