Program Overview
The Philosophy at The University of Iowa is a MA programme in United States. This programme provides advanced academic training at postgraduate level.
Key Program Features
- Degree: MA
- Language: English
- Duration: 24 months
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Philosophy programme are prepared for diverse careers in their chosen field. A MA from The University of Iowa opens doors to roles in academia, industry, and public sector.
Program Curriculum
- Medieval Philosophy
- Existentialism and Freedom
- Twentieth-Century Philosophy
- Multiculturalism and Toleration
- Philosophy of Human Rights
- Aesthetics
- Neuroethics
- Introduction to Philosophy of Science
- Philosophy of History
- Buddhist Philosophy
- Philosophical Issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- The Master of Arts in philosophy requires a minimum of 30 s.h. of graduate credit and is offered without thesis. The M.A. is not offered as a terminal degree; it is awarded to students as they work successfully toward the Ph.D. Requirements include courses in metaphysics, epistemology, history of philosophy, ethics, logic, philosophy of science, and value theory. There is no foreign language requirement. Students must take an oral final examination. Contact the graduate studies director for more information.
- You must first submit the online application to the Graduate College and pay the $60 application fee by credit card ($100 for international applicants).
- Application for Graduate Awards
- A sample of your philosophical writing
- A statement of purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
- A set of your unofficial academic records/transcripts uploaded on your Admissions Profile. If you are admitted, official transcripts will be required before your enrollment.
- Your official GRE scores from Educational Testing Service (the University\'s institutional code is 6681); applicants to the Master\'s Program may substitute LSAT scores for the GRE
- International students may also be required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores to comply with the university\'s English Language Proficiency Requirements.
- Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial Statement.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27054 (International); USD 8104.0 (National)
USD 27054 (International); USD 8104.0 (National)
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Iowa directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information.
About University of Iowa
University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States
University of Iowa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-02-01
- Start Date 2018-08-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months