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Department of Philosophy and Theology

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

A DeSales Philosophy degree will boost your critical thinking and communication skills It will prepare you for immediate success in your chosen career!

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Program Details

Official Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Format
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Credit Hours
120
Program Start
Fall Semester
Application Deadline
Apply Anytime
Average Time to Degree
4 Years

Why Get Your Philosophy Degree at DeSales University?

As a DeSales Philosophy major, you will become equipped with exceptional critical thinking and reasoning skills. You will be a strong candidate for graduate school and be prepared for success in a multitude of career paths.

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Program Highlights

Professional Development Opportunities

  • Philosophy majors develop critical thinking, logical reasoning, and effective communication skills. These abilities prepare you for success in various careers. These include law, business management, education, politics, and journalism.

Proven Outcomes

  • If you're aiming for graduate school in any field, studying philosophy is an excellent way to prepare for admissions exams! Research shows that philosophy graduates consistently score higher on the GRE, GMAT, and LSAT than those from other liberal arts or social sciences fields.

International Opportunities

  • DeSales has an international experience for every student and every major! With various international agreements that allow students to study abroad for a semester at the same cost as your DeSales tuition, plus, you can even use your financial aid!

What Will You Study?

Our philosophy curriculum covers foundational courses. In addition, there are courses covering ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary periods! You'll develop critical thinking, logical reasoning, insightful evaluation, and effective communication. Embark on a journey to broaden your understanding of the world
  • Philosophical Thinking
  • Aristotle
  • The Confessions of St. Augustine
  • The Age of Reason
  • Existentialism
  • Friendship, Love and Sexuality

Outcomes & Careers

A philosophy degree develops transferable skills highly sought by employers across various fields. Philosophy majors are well-prepared for diverse careers, including:

  • Law
  • Politics & Government
  • Business Management
  • Education (Teaching & Administration)
  • Journalism & Publishing

Explore how a philosophy degree can be your key to a successful and rewarding career:

  • Why Philosophers Are Hot Profiles On Corporate Job Market (June 2018) Worldcrunch
  • Mark Cuban says studying philosophy may soon be worth more than computer science—here's why(February 2018) CNBC.com
  • A Case For Majoring In Philosophy (March 2017) Forbes Magazine
  • The Earning Power of Philosophy Majors (September 2015) The Atlantic
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Application Checklist

  • Application Fee: None
  • Transcripts: Official High School Transcript
  • Standardized Tests: This program is SAT optional.
  • Recommendations: Completed Guidance Counselor Form and Teacher Recommendation Form
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