Why Pursue M.A. Studies in Philosophy at Marquette?
We offer two specializations in our the master of arts program, Social Applied Philosophy and History of Philosophy.
- Study in program designed for students with academic or non-academic career interests or professional development
- Develop critical thinking, argumentation, analysis and writing skills for scholarship or employment in ethics and/or social justice areas
- Foster interdisciplinary interests (at least 2 cognate courses in other disciplines required) and community engaged research.
- Consider pursuing the SOAP M.A. as a Trinity Fellow
- Obtain one of few M.A.s in the history of philosophy in the U.S.
- Study a unique curriculum that integrates strong grounding in history with current debates in ethics, social philosophy, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, etc.
- Benefit from good placement record into funded Ph.D. programs
M.A. Requirements
For an extensive Philosophy Master's course work guide, please visit the Marquette Bulletin.
B.A./M.A. Program
The M.A. can be completed in two years with our Accelerated Degree Program. Marquette Philosophy majors can complete the M.A. as part of the five year advanced B.A./M.A. program. Partial tuition support is available each year for 2-3 strong competitive applicants.