I’m interested in applying to graduate programs in Philosophy. Is my only option to pursue a doctorate (Ph.D.)?
No. You can also pursue a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy. Not every graduate program in Philosophy offers a terminal M.A., so you will have to research which schools have this degree as an option. Some schools that offer a terminal M.A. in Philosophy include (in alphabetical order): Brandeis University, California State University – Los Angeles, Colorado State University, Georgia State University, the University of Houston, the University of Missouri – St. Louis, UNM, Northern Illinois University, the University of Oregon, San Francisco State University, Texas A & M, Texas Tech University, Tufts University, Western Michigan University, and the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee.
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