PHILOSOPHY

Philosophy involves attempting to understand the world and our place in it. Studying philosophy can profoundly affect both how you think and the kind of person you are.

Some Famous People Who
Have Studied Philosophy

A student can complete a Philosophy Minorsimply by taking 4 philosophy courses beyond the 2 required philosophy core courses and completing a capstone paper.

Marcel Studies: Current Issue

Announcing the inaugural issue of Marcel Studies, an on-line peer-reviewed, international journal dedicated to furthering understanding and appreciation of the work of French philosopher, Gabriel Marcel.

Why Study Philosophy?

Students with a background in philosophy rank near the top nationally in terms of their scores on the LSAT (Law School Admission Test), GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) and GRE (Graduate Record Examination).

Philosophy in The News

The Philosophy Minor at NU

Courses Offered:

Fall 2016

2-Year Course Rotation

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