About Master’s Program,
The University of Toledo’s master’s program in Philosophy focuses on preparing students for acceptance into competitive Ph.D. programs in Philosophy.
Our M.A. students come from a wide variety of educational backgrounds. While most of our students have extensive experience in philosophy, it is not a requirement for acceptance. We look for strong students with advanced critical and analytical skills who have an interest in addressing philosophical problems from multiple perspectives.
UToledo’s Department of Philosophy is historically oriented and pluralistic. Faculty represents continental and analytic philosophical traditions. We are the perfect program for students who want to develop broad familiarity with diverse areas of philosophical research,
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Completion of at least 27 semester hours of graduate credit in courses offered by the department of philosophy;
Pass a qualifying or prospectus examination in the area of the student’s thesis;
A written thesis for 6 semester hours of credit;
An oral examination covering the material of the student’s thesis and a general competency in the subject areas relevant to the thesis.
Completion of 33 semester hours of graduate credit in courses offered by the department of philosophy, excluding readings and research courses;
Completion of an examination in one sub-field or area of competency in contemporary philosophy chosen by the student in consultation with the faculty.
Master’s Funding Coverage,
We know that funding plays a major role in choosing your graduate school. UToledo graduate students finance their graduate degrees through a variety of sources.
Fellowships are typically merit awards with no work requirement. Fellows receive a tuition waiver and a stipend that you may use however you’d like in pursuit of your education (fees, books, living costs, etc.)
The highly competitive University Fellowship is the highest award a doctoral student can earn from the College of Graduate Studies. UToledo awards as many as two fellowships each year.
Application Requirement,
Transcripts
Evaluation of Foreign Credentials
Test Scores
Application Deadline,
Feb 15, 2025
Application Fee,
you will need to pay a $40 application fee with a credit card.
