$29,754 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Philosophy
Students of philosophy can pursue a broad range of topics of the greatest historical, intellectual, and personal interest. Philosophy majors should emerge with the following knowledge and skills:
- An ability to argue cogently for a philosophical point and to analyze and criticize the arguments of others.
- A familiarity with the central concepts and key debates in the core areas of contemporary philosophical thought, including ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology.
- A familiarity with the works of the major figures in the history of philosophy.
- A familiarity with formal logic, including the ability to carry out proofs within symbolic formal systems.
- An ability to think critically and creatively about a broad range of conceptual issues and questions.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fee | $29754 | $29754 | $29754 | $29754 |
| Total Fees | $29754 | $29754 | $29754 | $29754 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1170 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 26 | 36 | 1 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 46 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have passed 12th grade from a recognised institution
- GPA of 3.0
- High school students planning to major in philosophy at UC Santa Cruz should obtain a solid background in English, mathematics, sciences, social sciences, and writing skills while completing the courses required for UC admission.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- Applicants must have passed 12th grade from a recognised institution
- GPA of 3.0
- High school students planning to major in philosophy at UC Santa Cruz should obtain a solid background in English, mathematics, sciences, social sciences, and writing skills while completing the courses required for UC admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program