During the High Middle Ages, a tremendous burst of both intellectual and artistic interests took place. These ranged anywhere from ancient culture and theological thoughts to literature and architecture. This paper will argue that religion impacted education and led to sophisticated societies during Medieval times. Early universities originated under a monastic power, but were overpowered by the secular clergy by the eleventh century. Originally, these cathedral schools were created to educate priests to be cultured men of God. However, as interests in Roman law began to grow, more individuals, most of who had no desire to become priests, decided to take advantage of these universities and the knowledge they provided. The males of this era