An essay on the study of religion at the college level and descriptions of nine programs of religious studies are presented. The essay by David C. Smith suggests that while traditional goals continue to be important, especially in church-related colleges, religious studies has expanded to include insights and materials from such disciplines as literature, music, history, and the sciences. Religion programs now incorporate the traditions of many cultures, from Japan and China to Native American and preliterate societies. The following institutions' religious studies programs are described: Stanford University; Wesleyan University; The College of Wooster; Dallas County Community College District; University of California, Santa Barbara; Bates College; University of Pennsylvania; Pomona College; and a cooperative program at St. Olaf College, Luther College; College of St. Catherine; and St. John's University. A list of resources and additional programs is included. (SW)