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PhD Philosophy at University of California, Santa Cruz

University of California, Santa Cruz, United States

Programme overview

The Ph.D. program provides students with closely monitored training in philosophy. Graduate work in philosophy can lead to careers both inside and outside academia. Because most doctoral students will be preparing for a career that involves teaching philosophy, they are encouraged to be teaching assistants for at least three quarters.

Faculty: Humanities Division  |  Department: Philosophy  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What you will study

During their first year, all graduate students are expected to fulfill a set of breadth requirements. These requirements are designed to provide both a common experience on which students can build their individual projects and a shared framework within which they can exchange ideas.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: USD 13,722 a year (2026-27). UC graduate academic student Tuition for California residents (rate band for academic graduate programmes). Excludes Student Services Fee, campus fees and UC SHIP health insurance. Non-residents additionally pay Nonresident Supplemental Tuition of $15,102 Source

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