Requirements for the Certificate in Religious Studies
A Certificate in Religious Studies is available to undergraduate students. Students who have substantially completed this certificate at UW–Madison (at least 9 credits) and may need one or two courses to complete the certificate may do so immediately after completion of the bachelor’s degree by enrolling in the course as a University Special (nondegree) student.
To earn the certificate, students must complete 15 credits including:
1. Religious Studies Core Courses:
- Gateway Course: RELIG. ST. 101, or 102, or 103, or 104, or 105
- Capstone Course: RELIG. ST. 600
2. An additional 9 credits in Religious Studies coursework:
- Find Religious Studies course descriptions here.
3. Other Requirements:
- Average GPA of all RELIG. ST. courses must be 2.000 or higher
- At least 9 credits must be earned in residence on the UW-Madison campus