Bachelor in Religion

The study of religion is central to academic life at Bryn Athyn College. Religion majors have the opportunity to pursue a program that is unique to our institution. Nowhere else can you earn an undergraduate degree covering New Church theology and its special perspective on the Judeo-Christian Scriptures, world religions, and the application of religion to life.

As a Religion major, you’ll study New Church doctrines in-depth and complete a capstone project on a religious subject of your choosing. You’ll also benefit from the Swedenborg Library resources and the wealth of knowledge from the graduate programs at our Theological School.

Founded in 1877, Bryn Athyn College is a small, private, coeducational, liberal arts college dedicated to a New Church approach to education. The curriculum pairs rigorous academics with spiritual inquiry and emphasizes critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, public presentation, and experiential education. Bryn Athyn's classes are small, with an average class size of 14 students and a student-faculty ratio of 7:1. The 130-acre campus is located in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, just 14 miles north of center-city Philadelphia.

A Bryn Athyn College education will challenge you to think independently, write clearly, develop your ideas, and decide what you stand for. The pairing of challenging academics with spiritual inquiry gives you creative space to explore your spiritual convictions and examine the deeper significance of your coursework. Your education here will help you succeed in graduate school, in your career, and in life.