Detroit,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Philosophy in Detroit United States | Wayne State University
Wayne State University
|
Detroit United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,116
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Wayne State's Master of Arts in Philosophy equips students for advanced philosophical studies, whether for academic careers, research pursuits, or professional dialogue. This program serves those seeking personal growth, foundational knowledge for teaching at pre-college levels, or enhanced analytical skills for complex problem-solving across various contexts. Philosophy stands as one of the most adaptable academic disciplines. By cultivating critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, writing proficiency, and effective communication, it develops transferable skills applicable to diverse fields such as law, business, healthcare, and technology. Unlike empirical sciences like physics or history, philosophical inquiry doesn't rely on physical evidence. Philosophical solutions emerge not from observation but from rigorous intellectual examination. The discipline's approach centers on scrutinizing core assumptions and systematically building arguments that either challenge or defend philosophical viewpoints.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students are expected to have a minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 from an accredited college or 3.0 from an unaccredited college, in upper-division (approximately the last 60 credits) undergraduate courses. Any applicant whose GPA falls below this standard may be asked to submit scores from a recent Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Otherwise, the university does not require GRE scores. It is desirable to have taken courses on logic, value theory, and the history of philosophy, though applicants without any (or minimal) undergraduate philosophy courses are not discouraged from applying. Students applying for admission to the M.A. program whose preparation is deemed insufficient may be asked to take courses as a non-degree student before being considered for admission. Some credits earned under non-degree status can be applied to the M.A. once the student is admitted.
Personal statement
Writing sample (preferably on a philosophical topic)
Three letters of recommendation (preferably from instructors who are in a position to assess the applicant's capacity for graduate work in philosophy)
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
Personal statement
Writing sample (preferably on a philosophical topic)
Three letters of recommendation (preferably from instructors who are in a position to assess the applicant's capacity for graduate work in philosophy)
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
Tuition
USD
28,116