Overview

Pluralistic and historically oriented, the Philosophy program at Grinnell College is dedicated to helping you pursue open inquiry into these big questions and their meaning for people today. You’ll confront, in a disciplined and constructive way, fundamental questions and problems, both theoretical and practical, about yourself and your relationship to the world. You’ll discover that the study of philosophy enriches your thinking, imagination, understanding, and experience.

Key facts

You’ll find yourself reflecting upon things you formerly took for granted — and you’ll learn to apply these philosophical perspectives to issues in your other courses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Logic
Symbolic Logic
Contemporary Ethical Issues
Philosophy
Philosophy for Life
The Nature of Money

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

105

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grinnell, United States

Disciplines

Philosophy View 1000 other Bachelors in Philosophy in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

105

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

2 teacher evaluations (we prefer the Common Application Teacher Recommendation forms)
Secondary/high school counselor recommendation (we prefer the Common Application Counselor Recommendation form). Home-school applicants may have a parent complete this form.
Common Application Secondary School Report. Home-school applicants may have a parent complete this form.
Official copy of your secondary/high school transcript with original stamp, signature, or seal

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

71788 USD / year

≈ 71788 USD / year
Out-of-State

71788 USD / year

≈ 71788 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

71788 USD / year

≈ 71788 USD / year

Living costs

Grinnell

United States

1104 - 1714 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Philosophy.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Key facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Grinnell

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners