Overview

The History and Ethnography of Religions at Florida State University provides students with rigorous interdisciplinary training in the historical and anthropological analysis of global religious traditions. This concentration allows scholars to engage deeply with the rituals, practices, and philosophies that define diverse cultures. By combining ethnographic methods with historical research, the programme prepares graduates for advanced academic inquiry and professional expertise in the study of religion.

Why History and Ethnography of Religions at Florida State University?

Students benefit from a faculty with extensive expertise across a broad geographical and thematic range, including African, Asian, and Mediterranean traditions. The university provides unique interdisciplinary connections through the Asian Studies Programme, the Department of Anthropology, and the Department of Art History. This collaborative environment ensures that researchers can access diverse methodological tools and specialised resources to support their specific area of religious study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 21129 per year
National fee: USD 21129 per year
Local fee: USD 8628 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on specialised work in the literatures, philosophies, and languages of individual traditions. Modules may include:

African Indigenous Religions
African Initiated Churches
Afro-Caribbean Religions
Asian Religions in the Black Atlantic
Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
New Religious Movements
Tibetan and Himalayan Religions

Careers with History and Ethnography of Religions

Graduates from this concentration are equipped for diverse professional paths that require deep cultural literacy and analytical skills. Many students progress into doctoral research or academic roles within higher education institutions. The programme also prepares individuals for careers in international development, cultural heritage management, and roles within non-governmental organisations where expertise in religious practices and ethnography is highly valued.

Programme Structure

Areas of study include:

African Indigenous Religions
African Initiated Churches
Afro-Caribbean religions (Candomble, Ifá, Lukumi, Obeah, Vodou)
Asian religions in the Black Atlantic (Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism)
Christianity, Islam and Judaism
New religious movements
Buddhism
Hinduism
Religious traditions of Central, East, South, and Southeast Asia (including India, Nepal, Tibet, China, Japan, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam)
Christianity and Judaism (medieval and early modern)
Islam

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallahassee, United States

Disciplines

History Theology and Religious Studies View 748 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Department of Religion Application for Admission to a Graduate Program, including a list of the religion courses you have taken and grades for those courses
A sample of your writing (for example, a term paper in a religion course)
A statement of purpose (about two pages long)
Three letters of recommendation. References will be contacted once the application is submitted and instructed how to upload letters of recommendation.
Grades and GRE Scores. Though outstanding grades are prerequisites for admission to both graduate programs, they provide no guarantee of acceptance.
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Tuition Fees

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8628 USD / year

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Living costs

Tallahassee

United States

955 - 1345 USD / month

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