About PhD Program,
Steeped in the Jesuit tradition, Fordham’s doctoral program in philosophy will train you both to think and to do.
You’ll develop into an outstanding scholar with a strong grasp of the history of philosophy from ancient to contemporary. Guided by the Jesuit practice of eloquentia perfecta—the ability to speak and write eloquently and effectively—you’ll produce publishable papers and present original research.
You’ll also become a skilled teacher who’s ready to step in and train the next generation. The invaluable experience you’ll gain teaching introductory philosophy courses will make you a strong candidate in academia. In recent years, 60 percent of our graduates have gone on to tenure-track positions while an additional 26 percent have received full-time non-tenure track positions.
Committed to philosophical pluralism, our faculty is particularly strong in continental philosophy, epistemology, ethics, medieval philosophy, metaphysics, and the philosophy of religion.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- Curriculumrequires 10 courses for a total of 30 credits for M.A. students and 16 courses for a total of 48 credits for students without the M.A.
- All students take two courses in ancient philosophy, two courses in medieval philosophy, two courses in modern philosophy, and one course in contemporary philosophy
- Oral examination, demonstrated reading proficiency in two foreign languages, and dissertation required
- Requires GPA 75
PhD Funding Coverage,
The academic departments and programs rank order for new Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) applicants in accordance with the applicants’ potential for outstanding graduate work based on holistic review of individual applications. Typically, applicants are to have had B+ grades or higher in previous coursework. For 2024 – 2025 GRE scores are optional/not required for consideration for financial aid. Students who do not submit GRE scores will not be at any disadvantage in the process. Please see the GSAS Standardized Test Scores page.
GSAS financial aid packages vary by program. Typically, students receiving our GSAS financial aid packages may expect to receive one year of such aid at the master’s level and three years at the doctoral level: generally no more than four years for those applying without the master’s degree. The distinguished fellowships and certain prestigious external fellowships can extend a student’s funding eligibility by one year.
Continuing students may expect to continue their GSAS financial aid packages provided that they submit a GSAS financial aid application each spring semester and that they have maintained the stipulated GPA for funding (3.5) and are making satisfactory progress towards their degree.
All recipients of Graduate School of Arts and Sciences funding must be certified by us as full-time students. No recipient of the GSAS financial aid is to hold outside employment without the permission of the graduate dean.
Application Requirement,
Application Fees:
Academic Transcripts:
Letters of Recommendation:
Statement of Purpose/Intent:
Supplemental Essay (Optional):
Resume/CV
Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE scores
Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency Requirements:
Application Deadline,
Jan 03, 2025
Application Fee,
There is a non-refundable $80 application fee.
