<p>To fulfill the theology requirement, I would recommend one of the Religious Quest courses, which all compare Christianity to one or more of a number of religions, including Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, etc. Rather than pushing certain beliefs on you, these classes simply map out the traditions, values, and histories of these religions and and personal interpretations or opinions of the religions, whether they praise or criticize them, are encouraged in class discussions. Another aspect of the course is taking ideas from these religions and applying them in a religious or non-religious way to your life. Students in these classes (and all other theology classes) have a number of views and if anything, more students–although they technically identify with one religion–are not that religious. Religion is definitely not shoved in your face and professors welcome all kinds of views because they just make the class discussion that much better. </p>
<p>As for religion on the campus as a whole, while some students are very religious, most of the students aren’t. If you want to seek out religion, it’s here; if you choose to, you will have little to no interaction with it. </p>
<p>Therefore, I can confidently tell you that religion should not be a factor in your decision to apply to or attend BC.</p>