Overview
Key facts
The study of Philosophy at Slippery Rock University teaches students to inquire in a systematic way into fundamental questions about our lives and our relationships to others, society, and the world. It helps students pull their studies together into a unified project and to think about broader perspectives and implications, which are often lost sight of in specialized study. In particular, the study of philosophy helps students to develop the critical thinking skills and dispositions essential to any academic pursuit and intelligent living.
Learning outcomes
The Philosophy Department at Slippery Rock University has a long tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship with faculty who specialize in a range of areas including: Existentialism, Ethics, Continental Philosophy, Analytic Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, the History of Philosophy, Social and Political Philosophy, Feminist Philosophy, the Philosophy of Religion, French Philosophy, and Asian Philosophy.
Our department fosters excellence in our students and offers a wide range of courses and different tracks designed to prepare you for a chosen career or to complement another major. We invite you to browse our website, or better, to stop in to talk to us and to meet some of our students.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Logic
- Symbolic Logic
- Ethics
- Social and Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of Law and Justice
- Philosophy of Religion
- Asian Philosophy
- History of Western Philosophy
- Existentialism and Phenomenology
- Analytic Philosophy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Sociology Philosophy & Ethics Liberal Arts View 1158 other Bachelors in Philosophy & Ethics in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete the application for admission
- Pay $30 USD application fee in the application portal. (non-refundable)
- Submit official, English-translated copies of all secondary course work completed, including subjects listed and marks earned, secondary school certificates, diplomas and examinations results.
- All non-native speakers of English must submit an official score report
Tuition Fee
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International
15432 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7716 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
15432 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7716 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
7716 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3858 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Grove City
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.