Overview

A major in Philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh provides excellent preparation for such professions as law, medicine, and business. The conceptual sophistication imparted by training in philosophy is invaluable in virtually any field of learning or any serious profession.

Key Features

Undergraduate students who are majoring in biology, psychology, history, or computer science also should consider a second major in philosophy, something which the Department of Philosophy encourages. The department has a series of requirements that explain the courses you need to take. The department also offers a double major, a joint major, and a minor in philosophy.

While the department encourages students to major in philosophy, either alone or as a second major, only rarely does it encourage students to pursue philosophy in graduate school as preparation for a scholarly career.

Students who do especially well in either the standard or intensive major program graduate with honors in philosophy. The superior national reputation of Pitt's philosophy department helps Pitt graduates obtain admission into selective graduate or professional schools.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of Ancient Philosophy

Plato

Aristotle

Ancient Philosophy

History of Modern Philosophy

Rationalism

Empiricism

Kant

Ethics

Social Philosophy

Women and Philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: rolling admission.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Submit your application for admission. This can be the University of Pittsburgh Application or the Common Application.

Pay your $55 application fee.

Submit your Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Completing the SRAR is easy–just fill it out to match your transcript exactly. The SRAR is required of all first-year applicants, with the exception of international students.

Personal Statement. A personal statement is your opportunity to communicate directly with the Admissions Committee and is required to be considered for scholarships.

Tuition Fees

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41662 USD / year

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Out-of-State

41662 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

20966 USD / year

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Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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