Philosophy BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Philosophy. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Philosophy
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy requires 120 credits. Up to 12 credits may be taken as a foreign language requirement. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Philosophy
31
To qualify as a major, 31 credits are required. 19 are core courses in philosophy and 12 credits are electives taken in philosophy.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Philosophy
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course¹ Level I BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| PHI 0154-110/212 Select 1 course from above BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
¹Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Philosophy Elective (200 level) BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
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Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-3XX² Core History of Philosophy Course BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Course 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-17 credits |
²There are 5 Core History of Philosophy courses that can be taken in any order
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-3XX² Core History of Philosophy Course BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
²There are 5 Core History of Philosophy courses that can be taken in any order
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Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-3XX² Core History of Philosophy Course BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| PHI 0154-395 Independent Study Philosophy Writing BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
1 credit |
| Philosophy Electives Select 1 course BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 16 credits |
²There are 5 Core History of Philosophy courses that can be taken in any order
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-3XX² Core History of Philosophy Course BA Philosophy/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Philosophy Electives Select 1 course BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
²There are 5 Core History of Philosophy courses that can be taken in any order
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Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-498³ Sr Projects for Majors BA Philosophy Recommendation |
2-3 credits |
| PHI 0154-3XX² Core History of Phil0sophy Course BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 14-15 credits |
²There are 5 Core History of Philosophy courses that can be taken in any order
³Not required but highly recommended, especially those considering graduate school. No student will be awarded honors without completing it.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHI 0154-499³ Sr Projects for Majors BA Philosophy Recommendation |
3 credits |
| Philosophy Electives Select 1 course BA Philosophy Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
³Not required but highly recommended, especially those considering graduate school. No student will be awarded honors without completing it.
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