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    Philosophy, PhD

    Program Description

    The College of Arts and Sciences offers a graduate program leading to the master of arts (MA) and the doctor of philosophy (PhD) degrees.

    The program, which is pluralistic in orientation, requires students to develop a broad knowledge of the history of philosophy, major fields, and various approaches and methods.

    Students are urged to concentrate in a specific area at the advanced level. Specializations are supported in:

    American and Pragmatist Philosophy
    Bioethics
    Continental Philosophy
    Critical Theory
    Decolonial Philosophy
    Environmental Philosophy
    Ethics
    Feminist Philosophy
    History of Philosophy
    Latin American Philosophy
    Native American Philosophy
    Philosophy of Data, Media, & Technology
    Philosophy of Race
    Political/Social Philosophy
    Each student designs a program in consultation with the graduate advisor. Two or more years are typically required for completing the MA degree, and five or more years are typically required for completing the PhD degree.

    A complete and detailed list of the university and department requirements for graduate degrees is available online through the department website.

    Application at a Glance

    Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website. The following are required for your application:


    Program-Specific Application Requirements:
    Letters of Recommendation
    Statement of Purpose
    Writing Sample

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    College of Arts and Sciences
    Campus: Eugene
    Fall 2025
    Final Deadline - January 02, 2025 

    Applications must be submitted and paid for by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the specified deadline date to be considered eligible.