Philosophy

Philosophy, the love of wisdom, is a field of study devoted to fundamental questions concerning knowledge, truth, and experience: What is real? Does God exist? What is the self? What is morality? What is knowledge? Do I have free will? What ought I do with my life? What is justice and how should social problems/issues be addressed? These fundamental questions are posed and answered in diverse and original ways by major philosophers and traditions. Students pursuing a Philosophy degree can expect to develop knowledge, skills, and values transferable to every facet of human life.

The department currently offers a minor in philosophy.

Note: A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.

Career Opportunities

Philosophy minors have proven successful in careers pertaining to law, business, writing, teaching, and editing. In addition, the philosophy minor is a popular choice for pre-law students because of its rigorous development of abstract, analytical and argumentative abilities that the study of philosophy makes possible.