Philosophy B.A.

Major45
Liberal Arts and Science Electives75
Total Credits120

Course Requirements for the Major

In the specific areas of concentration

PHI-201Ethics in Theory & Action3
PHI-204Logic and Reasoning3
PHI-280Wisdom, Justice and Happiness3
PHI-305Reason, Science and Religion in the Modern World3
PHI-310Enlightenment, Liberty and Progress in The Modern World3
PHI-450Senior Research3
or PHI-600 Philosophical Methods
PHIFour Electives (two at 300 level, two at 400 level)12
PHI-444Internship3-12
Total Credits33-42
1

Undergraduate credit only will be awarded when taking course.

In other academic areas required for the major

PHIFour Electives12
Total Credits12

Admission Requirements

D'Youville selects students who are academically well-rounded and committed to meeting the challenges of a high-quality education. Applications will be assessed holistically. Applicants are encouraged to apply for admission into the major based on a love of the subject matter and a desire to learn. Space in the program may be limited. If an applicant cannot be admitted into a program due to space constraints, the applicant will be placed on a waiting list for entry and duly notified.

Freshman Admission

Freshman applicants to this major must submit high school transcripts. Applicants may also submit any of the following optional materials:

  1. Statement of intent (strongly encouraged)
  2. High School average of 80

Transfer Admission

Transfer students must submit high school transcripts and any/all other transcripts from institutions previously attended. Transfer applicants may also submit any of the following optional materials:

  1. Statement of intent (strongly encouraged)
  2. Transfer GPA of 2.33