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Psychology of Religion and Spirituality (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Berlin, Germany
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Program Description:

Psychology of Religion and Spirituality

Italy, Summer 2018

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This course will be the study of  religion and spirituality from a psychological (that is, scientific) perspective. The course will take place primarily in the Italian cities of Rome and Florence, which will provide the ideal backdrops to guide discussions on the cross-cultural ways that religion and psychology are intertwined, and current and historic psychological perspectives on religion and spirituality.

We will visit significant places of worship, including churches, mosques, synagogues and one Buddhist temple. We will also spend time touring these cities and discussing the ways that religious influences have guided culture in Italy and around the world, and students will have the unique opportunity to see works of art and historic landmarks in person that have been created through the influence of religion. The course will ask you to consider religion, spirituality, and private practices in a way that you may not have before. It will be a purely empirical course, meaning that we will not be discussing what religious view is right or wrong. Rather, we will discuss religious ideas and practices through the lens of different psychological fields.
 

Program Highlights

  • Explore Rome, Florence, and Pompeii while learning about the psychology of religion and spirituality.
  • Learn about current and historic psychological perspectives of religion while visiting sites of worship and cultural landmarks. 

Eligibility

Undergraduate students only. Minimum 2.25 GPA.

Credits

One 3-credit course

Course Options

Coming soon!

Students can choose one of the following options:

  • Psychology (PSYC)
  • Religion (RELI)
  • Integrative Studies (INTS)

Program Dates

May 30, 2018 - June 13, 2018*

 

Itinerary

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* Dates and itinerary subject to change. The Global Education Office reserves the right to make changes to a program in light of currency fluctuations, changing security and safety conditions, and/or any other unforeseen circumstances.

Program Cost

$TBD

Included: Tuition for 3 credits, accommodations, entrance fees/tours/guides as described in itinerary, breakfasts, some group meals,  in-country transportation, international insurance, application fee

Not included: Airfare, passport and visa fees, some meals, required textbooks and/or course materials

Program Payments

Students on MasonGEO programs must pay the advertised program cost order to participate. This cost will be made in three payments (application fee + deposit + final balance). Students using financial aid can provide additional paperwork in lieu of deposit and final balance payments.

Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee of $150 for Mason students and $200 for non-Mason students must be received by the application deadline. This fee is paid online through the MasonAbroad application system.

Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of $1500 must be received by March 11, 2018 in order to confirm your enrollment in the program. Students who are using financial aid may have the deposit deadline extended. See "Financial Aid" information below.

Final Balance: The final balance payment is due by April 8, 2018. This is the difference of your Program Cost minus your paid application fee and deposit. Students who are using financial aid may have the payment deadline extended. See "Financial Aid" information below.

Financial Aid: Students who intend to use financial aid to fund their program fees (partially or in full) must have the "Intent to Use Financial Aid" form completed and on file with the Global Education Office by the deposit deadline. This form is available once you have started your application for this program in MasonAbroad.

Payment Instructions

For more information on payments, financial aid, and information for non-Mason students:
Payments

Scholarships

GEO offers a number of need- and merit-based scholarships. All Mason students are welcome to apply:
Scholarships

Application Deadline:

Sunday, March 4, 2018

 

Application requirements:*

Application fee: $150 for Mason students and $200 for non-Mason applicants.

Course selection: Check the "Academics" tab to see what courses are offered on this program. If you need help selecting your course, check with your academic advisor.

Passport Status Questionnaire: If you do not have a valid passport, you should begin applying for one now.

Signature Documents: Read and electronically "sign" the documents regarding the acknowledgement of risk and the pre-departure orientation.

Intent to Use Financial Aid Form: For Mason students only. If you use financial aid, this form must be completed by your financial aid counselor and submitted by the deposit deadline.

Additional requirements for non-Mason applicants:

Official transcript: To be mailed or emailed to the Global Education Office at George Mason University.

Non-degree Contract Course/Admission Form: Please complete the form and upload it into the questionnaire.

* Additional application requirements may apply to individual programs. Once you open your application, you will see all application requirements.
 

Application instructions:

Academic Directors

  Sarah Giff headshot Annie Fox headshot
Name Sarah Giff, M.A. Annie Fox, M.A.
Email sthoma39@gmu.edu aledoux@gmu.edu

GEO Program Officer

  Rachel Spence headshot
Name Rachel Spence
Email rspenc@gmu.edu
Phone 703-993-6808
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Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

This program is currently not accepting applications.