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Philosophy

Students discussing concepts from a book together

Philosophy is an excellent major for those who enjoy discussing and learning about the big questions of life. Philosophy majors also study human nature and the history of human thought and experience. Through the study of philosophy, students deepen their critical thinking and writing skills, which are sought-after skills in many professions.

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Freshman (Semester 1)
Course Title Credits
ENGL 1010 Introduction to Writing 3
American Institutions 3
GNST 1200 Foundations 3
Foreign Language 1010 5
Elective 1
Freshman (Semester 2)
Course Title Credits
ENGL 2010 Intermediate Writing 3
MATH 1030 Quantitative Literacy 3
PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy 3
Foreign Language 1020 5
Elective 1
Sophomore (Semester 3)
Course Title Credits
PHIL 1250 Reasoning and Rational Decision Making 3
Social and Behavioral Science 3
Life Science with a lab 4
Fine Arts 3
Elective 2
Sophomore (Semester 4)
Course Title Credits
PHIL 2050 Ethics and Values 3
Physical Science 3
Elective 9
Note:
  • PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits
  • PHIL 1250 Reasoning and Rational Decision-Making 3 credits
  • PHIL 2050 Ethics and Values 3 credits