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Course Overview

Through courses in ethics, epistemology and metaphysics, value theory, and the history of philosophy, philosophy majors consider the questions at the core of human experience.  They use logical thinking and reasoned argument to consider the nature of reality, the extent of human knowledge, the basis of moral and ethical thought and behavior, the resolution of conflict, and the origin of belief.

Philosophy majors clarify their own beliefs, develop a basis for ethical decisions, and formulate a coherent approach to life. They learn how to think logically, apply ethics to decision making, analyze text and problems, assess proposed solutions, communicate clearly, cultivate open-mindedness and curiosity, conduct research, and think creatively and imaginatively.

You can select the optional emphasis in religious studies, which aims to understand sympathetically yet critically the world’s religions, and to explore the phenomenon of religion itself as a prominent component of human life and culture.  Through courses in sacred texts, world religions, and contemporary religious life, religious studies students explore the means by which human beings have expressed themselves religiously, both historically and cross-culturally.  This exploration involves studying myths, rituals, symbols, divine figures, and scriptures, as well as mastering the methods and analytical tools required by an academic approach to religion.  All major cultures continue to be influenced by religious traditions and ideas, and citizens need to make well-informed judgments about the cultural forces shaping global events.

Entry Requirement 

Freshman Requirements:

  • Official English language transcripts from secondary school(s) attended; degree certificate if already graduated
  • Evidence of college preparatory curriculum, achieving a minimum 3.00 cumulative high school grade-point-average on a 4.00 scale (or its equivalent).

Transfer Requirements:

  • Official English language transcripts from all colleges and universities attended; degree certificate if already graduated.
  • Minimum 2.50 cumulative college or university grade-point-average on a 4.00 scale (or its equivalent).
  • Students who have completed less than 30 credits (or the equivalent of one year of full-time enrollment) at a college or university: Official English language transcripts and degree certificates from secondary school(s).

International Freshman/Transfer applicants graduating from a secondary school or transferring from a college or university in the U.S., whether in Mississippi or elsewhere, must meet the admissions requirements as listed in the section titled Admission of Freshman and Transfer Students in this catalog. Additionally, they must provide:

  1. Copy of passport identification pages, if available, to help ensure accuracy of name and birth date
  2. Affidavit of Financial Support if intending to hold F-1 or J-1 visa status. Although not required for admission, submitting the affidavit with other application materials expedites the admissions/enrollment process.
  3. English proficiency test score. Please see below.
  4. Copy of their U.S. visa or I-94 form (H4, L2, etc.), permanent resident card, or other documentation related to one’s status in the U.S.

Fees

Base Tuition Fee: $8718

Additional Non-resident Tuition: $16272

Yearly Total (in USD$): $43119

This information was accurate on : 07/12/2020
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