宗教学（BA）向学生介绍了对所有文明的重大影响。认真考虑文明宗教信仰的内部运作，新闻工作者，外交官和政府专家将从中受益。日常事件提醒我们，在民族文化中，没有比热情地持有宗教信仰更能激发人的因素了。全面了解现代世界需要熟悉其宗教遗产。美国大学位于华盛顿特区的环境对于宗教研究非常有利，在大都市地区设有许多宗教事务的国家机构和中心。华盛顿都会区大学联盟还提供各种哲学和宗教课程，可供美国大学生使用。
The Religious Studies (BA) introduces students to a major influence on all civilizations. Journalists, diplomats, and government specialists benefit from a serious consideration of the inner workings of the religious ethos of civilizations. Daily events remind us that there is no more motivating factor in the cultures of nations than ardently held religious belief. A thorough understanding of the modern world requires familiarity with its religious heritage. American University's Washington, DC setting is advantageous for the study of religion, with national offices and centers for many religions in the metropolitan area. The Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area also offers a variety of courses in philosophy and religion that are available to American University students.