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Master's in Philosophy at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

The Philosophy Department's Master of Arts in Philosophy is consistently the highest-ranked of its kind in the United States. It has an established record of placing its students in strong PhD programs in philosophy. The program is designed for students who seek to deepen their understanding of philosophy and prepare for doctoral study.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Philosophy  |  Duration: 2 years (36 credits)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application fee; Resume/CV; Personal statement; Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test, if applicable; Transcripts; Three letters of recommendation; Writing sample: While each application is evaluated holistically, an important part of a successful application is the writing sample. The ideal writing sample should best manifest your philosophical capacities, though it doesn't have to be a philosophy paper. The ideal length is approximately 15 double-spaced pages.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 2 years (36 credits)

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