Department of Philosophy
Graduate (MA/PhD) Admissions
Minimal Requirements
To be admitted to the graduate program in philosophy, an applicant normally
needs at least the following:
1. A strong background in philosophy (or the equivalent of a minor in philosophy, i.e., at least 12 credit hours)
2. A combined score (verbal plus quantitative) of 1100 or more on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
3. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate study
Click on the appropriate link below to find instructions for the application procedure:
Readmission Applicant
(enrolled as a degree-seeking graduate student in the past seven years)
For more information on the application process, see our Frequently Asked Questions page.