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Bachelor of Science in Philosophy Portland State University Portland State University, USA

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USD 33012

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 60

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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71

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Discover your own love of wisdom and earn your bachelor's degree in Philosophy studying the nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. The Department of Philosophy at Portland State University is dedicated to producing better students, better thinkers, and better members of our community through the exploration of questions about nature, mind, self, identity, and society.

Our online bachelor’s degree in philosophy combines abstract theory with applied analysis. You’ll learn how to think critically, formulate rigorous arguments, apply logic, and use evidence in all kinds of contexts, including real-world debates involving morals, ethics, politics, and law. As a student of philosophy at Portland State, you will develop your reasoning and critical thinking skills through studying the field’s foundational texts and historical figures. You will also explore the philosophy of language, mind, social/political philosophy, and various areas of applied ethics.

Portland State’s fully online philosophy program gives you the opportunity to develop rigorous habits of mind and critical thinking skills that have value in nearly every profession. Our graduates find that their philosophy degree is highly marketable in high-wage professions. Recent research by PayScale discovered that ten years after graduation, philosophy degree holders have higher average earnings than people with degrees in business, accounting, nursing, and many other disciplines.

Whether you’re a community college transfer, first-time freshman, or working adult, PSU’s online philosophy bachelor’s degree provides a top-notch education in a flexible, customizable format.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Mar 2025, Jun 2025, Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

     

    6 IELTS Score
    71 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    560 Sat Minimum Overall Score
    50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    33012

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 60

    Application Fee
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    16980 Per year

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    Scholarships

    • All admitted undergraduate international students are automatically considered for merit scholarships of up to $10,000 per year.

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