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Bachelor of Philosophy

Gonzaga University

  • Spokane, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A one-year research master's in Philosophy completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Philosophy in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in philosophy in research master concepts
  • Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Research Assistant
  • Project Assistant
  • Program Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in Philosophy guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Holistic review of a college-preparatory secondary programme: official transcripts in native language and English
  • School report
  • One teacher evaluation
  • Personal essay. The international first-year checklist asks for a 3.2 cumulative GPA with junior year not below 3.1. SAT/ACT optional. English proof required unless exempt: IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80 (before 2026-01-21) or 4 (after)
  • PTE 56
  • Duolingo 120. Nursing: first-year applicants only
  • Early Action 15 November.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school graduation with college-preparatory curriculum (official transcript, School report, Recommendation, Passport), Transfer applicants submit college transcripts.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80 (before 2026-01-21
  • PTE Academic 4 on the new scale after)
  • TOEIC PTE Academic 56
  • Duolingo TOEIC 695

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • School Report
  • Teacher Evaluation
  • Personal Essay.

How to apply

  1. Check requirements and deadlines: fall Early Action 15 Nov or Regular Decision 1 Feb
  2. Spring 15 Nov. Apply online through the Common Application
  3. International applicants can select the application fee waiver. Upload essay and activities list
  4. Transcripts in native language and English
  5. School report
  6. Teacher evaluation
  7. Passport copy
  8. English proof. After admission
  9. Pay the tuition confirmation deposit. Submit the Financial Declaration or sponsorship letter and original bank statements for immigration documents
  10. The Center for Global Engagement supports newly admitted international students.

Other costs

Tuition per year$60,820 USD
Application fee$50 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusMain Campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentPhilosophy
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteMerit awards considered automatically with admission, International undergraduate scholarship pages exist

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    2 Jan 2027

    50 days left
  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    15 Nov 2027

    367 days left

Scholarships

Merit awards considered automatically with admission, International undergraduate scholarship pages exist

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.