Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Social Philosophy in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,500
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Loyola University Chicago's esteemed Department of Philosophy presents a Master of Arts (MA) in Social Philosophy, providing a unique graduate education that distinguishes you professionally.
This social philosophy program establishes a robust grounding in ethical, political, and philosophical examinations of society and justice. As an MA candidate, you'll develop skills to critically assess human existence within today's intricate global frameworks of social, political, economic, and cultural forces. You'll join an intellectually dynamic philosophical environment, guided by Loyola's distinguished faculty.
The program primarily serves Jesuit Scholastics fulfilling their Jesuit formation requirements, with the Society of Jesus assigning their positions post-graduation.
For non-Jesuit graduates, the program opens diverse career and academic opportunities, preparing you for doctoral studies or interdisciplinary master's programs in fields such as English, theology, or history.
Career possibilities include:
Notable professional and academic paths pursued by alumni include:
Legal studies at Tulane Law School, Freelance writing, Jesuit teaching positions, Theology instruction
Campus ministry roles, Research compliance positions, Chaplaincy assistance, English education
Community advocacy work, Theological scholarship
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Application requirements for the Philosophy: Social Philosophy MA include:
Official Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample
For the TOEFL, a score of at least 213 on the computer-based test or 550 on the written test is required. The minimum score for the new TOEFL IBT (internet-based test) is 79.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.5 is required. An applicant for admission must ordinarily hold (or receive prior to matriculation) a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, because academic qualifications are of major importance, the applicant ordinarily must have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit your official education credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas) and evaluation fee directly to any NACES member companies.
Official Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample
For the TOEFL, a score of at least 213 on the computer-based test or 550 on the written test is required. The minimum score for the new TOEFL IBT (internet-based test) is 79.
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.5 is required. An applicant for admission must ordinarily hold (or receive prior to matriculation) a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, because academic qualifications are of major importance, the applicant ordinarily must have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit your official education credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas) and evaluation fee directly to any NACES member companies.
Tuition
USD
22,500