About

The University of Maryland's Department of Philosophy offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees, emphasizing contemporary analytic philosophy and interdisciplinary research.

Admission Requirements:

The application deadline for fall admission is January 7. Spring admissions are uncommon.

Funding Opportunities:

The Graduate School offers additional fellowships and maintains a database of external funding opportunities.

Graduate School

Application Process:

  1. Complete the Application:

    • Access the application form through the Graduate School's website.
  2. Submit Supporting Documents:

    • Official transcripts, recommendation letters, writing sample, statement of purpose, and, if applicable, TOEFL scores.
  3. Optional Materials:

    • GRE scores and a curriculum vitae (CV) may be submitted but are not required.

For detailed information, contact the Director of Graduate Admissions, Harjit Bhogal, at bhogal@umd.edu.

Prospective students are encouraged to review the department's Admissions and Funding page for comprehensive details.