Philosophy at Brown University

Programme overview

The Philosophy concentration offers a broad range of courses, covering contemporary subject areas such as ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophies of science, religion, language, literature, and more, as well as courses covering various periods and figures in the history of philosophy. Concentrators can expect to acquire a broad competence in philosophy, including ancient European and early modern philosophy, logic, ethics or political philosophy, and epistemology or metaphysics.

Faculty: The College | Department: Philosophy | Study mode: full-time | Location: Providence, RI, United States

What you will study

Standard Concentration 10 courses total, of which no more than one may be below PHIL 0100 , and at least three must be at or above PHIL 0990.

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Application information

USD 74,568 a year (2026-27). Full-time undergraduate tuition rate for all concentrations, 2026-27 (Fall $37,284 + Spring $37,284). Tuition only; excludes student activities, student resources, recreation and health services fees, health insurance, housing and meals. Source

First-year entry is in the fall; transfer students may enter in Fall or Spring.

First-year: Early Decision deadline November 1 (decision by mid-December); Regular Decision deadline January 5 (decision by early April). Applications go through the Common Application; the application fee is $80 (fee waivers available). SAT or ACT scores are required for first-year applicants.

Transfer: applications for spring 2027 entry close October 1, 2026; applications for fall 2027 entry close March 1, 2027, via the Transfer Common Application. Standardized tests are optional for transfer applicants.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.brown.edu/

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