MA Philosophy at University of Oregon

Programme overview

The MA in Philosophy is a pluralistic programme requiring broad knowledge of the history of philosophy, major fields, emerging and engaged philosophies and varied methods. Specializations include American, Continental, feminist, Latin American and Native American philosophy, philosophy of race, and philosophy of data and AI.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Philosophy | Duration: Two years; minimum 45 credits | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

Coursework track: a second-language requirement, history (12 credits), traditions (16), emerging and engaged philosophies (12) and electives (8). Thesis track: at least 45 credits including 9 credits of thesis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Philosophy (MA and PhD): GRE not required and not considered; one writing sample (10-15 double-spaced pages recommended); three letters of recommendation, preferably from philosophy teachers; brief personal statement on philosophical background and interests; unofficial transcripts uploaded; Fall term entry only. International applicants: University of Oregon Division of Graduate Studies minimums are TOEFL iBT 88, IELTS 7.0 overall or Duolingo English Test 120; a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution satisfies the requirement.

Requirements published at program group level.

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.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines and required materials.

Graduate application fee: $70 for domestic applicants and $90 for international applicants for degree-seeking programmes (doctoral, master's, graduate certificate); paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Discover when applying. Graduate Microcredential application fee is $35. Applications are submitted through the graduate application portal.

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