Philosophy - Bachelor [4 Years]
$83,876 /Yr On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Philosophy

The Philosophy Department at Amherst College promotes the following:
  • familiarity with the central figures and texts in the history of philosophy, both ancient and modern;
  • familiarity with, and thoughtful reflection upon, contemporary philosophical topics and practices;
  • the ability to read, analyze, and articulate arguments in primary philosophical texts and in classroom discussion, and to provide a fair and balanced evaluation of them;
  • the ability to communicate clearly, precisely, and cogently in speech and writing;
  • the ability to offer original arguments in support of philosophical positions; and
  • the ability to anticipate and even welcome objections to one’s views, and to respond to these objections reasonably, imaginatively, and respectfully.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $76800 $76800 $76800 $76800
Health Insurance $2616 $2616 $2616 $2616
Books and supply $1000 $1000 $1000 $1000
Miscellaneous expenses $3000 $3000 $3000 $3000
Other Fees $460 $460 $460 $460
Total Fees $83876 $83876 $83876 $83876

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 100 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7.5 9 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • A high school diploma or its recognized equivalent is required before enrolling at Amherst College.
  • 3 Recommendations.
  • Optional Standardized Test Results for the SAT or ACT 

Indian Eligibility:

  • For international applicants required to submit evidence of English language proficiency,  requires the following test scores: TOEFL, IELTS.