Ivy Tech Community College – Religion Transfer Pathway

Bachelor of Arts in Religion

If you’re completing an Associate of Arts at Ivy Tech Community College, this pathway outlines how your credits can apply toward Butler’s Bachelor of Arts in Religion. This agreement typically brings in 57 credits, meaning most students complete about 63–64 credits at Butler to reach the 120-credit bachelor’s degree total.

What This Agreement Covers

This pathway is ideal for Ivy Tech students interested in philosophy, history, global studies, anthropology, psychology, or humanities coursework who want a deeper understanding of religion in both historical and contemporary contexts.

The Religion major includes study in:

  • World religions
  • Biblical studies
  • Comparative religion
  • Religion, ethics, and culture
  • Global and interfaith perspectives
  • Critical and textual analysis

Students typically complete the remaining coursework in two years after transferring.

What’s Fulfilled Through Your Ivy Tech Degree

Based on the agreement, Ivy Tech graduates typically receive Butler credit in areas such as:

  • First-Year Seminar (FYS101 and FYS102)
  • Global & Historical Studies (GHS) (2 courses)
  • Analytical Reasoning (AR)
  • Natural World (NW) (lab science requirement)
  • Perspective in the Creative Arts (PCA)
  • Social World (SW)
  • Foreign Language requirement (2 courses at the 200 level or above)
  • Religion-related credit, including:
    • Ivy Tech PHIL 220 Philosophy of Religion → Butler PL342 Philosophy of Religion

What Courses Will I Take at Butler?

After transfer, students typically focus on Religion major coursework plus remaining Butler requirements. Courses commonly included in the pathway are:

  • Texts and Textual Interpretation
  • Traditions (multiple courses)
  • Religion electives (including “Religion and Society”)
  • Theory and Method
  • Seminar on Religion & Global (sequence)
  • ICR course and PWB (Physical Well-Being)
  • Electives/minor coursework

Licensure Requirements

This is a non-licensure program. No state teaching exams or certification steps are required. Internships with community organizations, nonprofits, or faith-based groups may require background checks depending on site policies.

Next Steps

  • Apply to Butler – Select “Religion (BA).”
  • Submit Ivy Tech transcripts – Request official credit review.
  • Meet with your faculty advisor – Tailor your interests and electives.
  • Explore scholarships – Use Outside Scholarships and financial aid resources.

Estimated Program Cost

Your remaining credits are billed per credit hour. Actual cost varies depending on elective choices and pacing. For current tuition and fee details, please see Butler’s Tuition & Fees information or contact Financial Aid.

Why Butler?

  • Interdisciplinary and globally focused curriculum
  • Faculty with expertise across world religions and religious thought
  • Opportunities for undergraduate research
  • Pathways to careers in nonprofit work, counseling, education, international service, law, and public policy
  • Supportive, discussion-driven classes

Questions?

Email GoButler@butler.edu for transfer planning or advising support.