Becoming a nun is a less and less common path to take. In the United States, a mere 1% of nuns are under the age of 30 and only 100-200 young women enter into religious vocation annually—many not completing their full studies.
The pull toward religious commitment is diminishing among devotees, but for some, this way of life is still desirable. In this gallery, we explore the different processes that women take to become nuns. Curious? Click through to find out more.