Religion & Philosophy Department
Consistent with University of La Verne’s history and values orientation, the Religion and Philosophy Department offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in Religion, Philosophy, and Religion/Philosophy. A minor is available in Religion, Philosophy or Interfaith Studies. Religion courses offer the opportunity to explore religion and religious values in a critical, academic context. Philosophy courses challenge students to look seriously at the philosophical traditions which have helped to shape our world views. The Interfaith Studies minor offers students opportunities to think critically about their own evolving worldview within a pluralistic context. In all courses emphasis is upon critical thinking and evaluation of a broad range of views with the goal of refining one’s own perspectives. Off-campus religion programs are also offered to enable students in African American and Latino communities of Los Angeles to pursue degrees in Religion and Philosophy. In order to best serve the needs of this diverse group of adult learners, the departmental foreign language requirement is waived. Courses are offered in Pasadena and central Los Angeles in the evenings and on Saturdays.
While the criteria for admission is listed above, financial aid eligibility has its own criteria. Please refer to the Financial Aid sections on Eligibility and Ability to Benefit in this catalog for financial aid eligibility criteria.