Program Overview
The Philosophy at Carnegie Mellon University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Philosophy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 40,310 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Philosophy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Philosophy Core Seminar
- Thesis seminar
- Supervised reading and research
- Philosophy of Mind
- Philosophy of Mathematics
- History of Philosophy
- Values and Normative Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- One official transcript from each college-level institution attended, whether or not a degree was conferred. International students must provide one copy of each transcript, officially translated into English
- An official report of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- Three online letters of recommendation
- An official report of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) from applicants whose native language is not English. Photocopies of TOEFL scores will not be accepted. Scores must be no more than two years old
- A Statement of Purpose
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 40,310 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 40,310 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carnegie Mellon University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, United States
Carnegie Mellon University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months