Overview

Courses help State University of New York at Geneseo students to develop traits for responsible citizenship, such as intellectual humility, as well as skills desired by today’s employers: analysis, communication, leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving. These highly transferable skills allow for career success in a wide range of fields, over a lifetime.

The study of Philosophy empowers people to be thoughtful and engaged members of their community.

Program Highlights

Small class sizes—with many classes under 20 students—allow the faculty to get to know each student and actively mentor them.
Faculty have broad teaching and research interests and offer a wide range of courses.
A recently revised curriculum means students can customize their experience.
Partnerships with several area schools let students bring philosophical discussions into high school classrooms.
The department boasts a strong placement record among top graduate programs throughout the US.
Many students pair philosophy with another major.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Eastern Philosophy
Environmental Ethics
Ethics
Feminist Philosophy
Medicine and Morality
Philosophy of Mind
Reasoning and the Law
World Religions and Contemporary Issues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the Common Application or SUNY Application.
For a first-time university student, we require up-to-date official transcripts from all secondary schools (high schools) you have attended with English translations.
The International Admission Committee requires that all students must demonstrate proficiency in English. Official results from the following English proficiency exams are accepted: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, iTEP, MET, Duolingo English Test, Cambridge.
At least one letter of recommendation, preferably from a teacher, is recommended.
Personal Statement. Tell us a little about yourself! The personal statement should be about one page long, detailing your interest in SUNY Geneseo and your major of choice.
Passport ID page photocopy

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

17970 USD / year

≈ 17970 USD / year
Out-of-State

17970 USD / year

≈ 17970 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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