The M.A. degree requires two years (36 hours) of course work. All graduate students take foundational courses in their first four semesters.

Admission to the program requires a bachelor’s degree in philosophy or sufficient course work in philosophy, as determined by the department. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of academic achievement, GRE scores, three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and a sample essay in philosophy. Students may be admitted as for a terminal M.A. degree or for the Ph.D. Program.