Minor in Philosophy

Liberal Education

Designed to complement any degree program, the Philosophy minor enhances the marketability of a student’s major. Grounded in fundamental analytical, critical, and interpretive abilities essential to countless professions, from corporate management and computer systems analysis to investment banking and public policy research, as well as graduate study; a minor in philosophy is clear evidence of a disciplined and rigorous mind. Students also choose to minor in philosophy for personal enrichment. The study of philosophy fosters intellectual abilities important for life as a whole, including a capacity for self-expression and examination, for debate and the exchange of ideas and for approaching problems for which there are no easy answers.

Career Options

Here are just a few of the jobs you might pursue after completing this degree.

• Fundraiser
• Historian

Note: Jobs and salary information has been gathered from a variety of sources and may be dated. Salary ranges are provided for general informational purposes and vary widely by location, market conditions and job experience, among other factors.