Bachelor of Philosophy at Montclair State University

Montclair State University offers the Bachelor of Philosophy as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Montclair , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for philosophy and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Philosophy

Philosophy is the rational inquiry into our most basic beliefs and values. Socrates famously said, "The unexamined life is not worth living." This examination involves seeking answers to questions like these:

How should I live? What is truth? How is the mind related to the body? Do we have free will? What is justice? How should we make ethical judgments when there seems to be no clear right or wrong answer? Are we more likely to know what is real through reason or through the senses? How am I related to the world and to others? What is the value of art? How does technology mediate our engagement with the world and with others?

A philosopher's examination into these issues is grounded on evidence, reasoning, and argument. If you are a curious person who enjoys intellectual challenges, then you may find a philosophy classroom invigorating.

What many people do not know about studying philosophy is that it is practically valuable. How so? Philosophy students acquire the following set of cognitive transferable skills, which are valuable in many professions within the 21st-century knowledge economy:

Logical reasoning

Problem solving and creative thinking

Clear and persuasive writing

Abstract conceptualization

Mental dexterity

The ability to develop and assess different perspectives and frameworks

Common professions for philosophy majors:

Technology

Business

Law

Government

Advertising

Journalism

Sales

Human Resources

Activism

Teaching

Public Policy

120 credits of coursework is required for the baccalaureate degree with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA, and a minimum 2.0 major GPA.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Philosophy at Montclair State University

Entry Requirements

Secondary School Transcript

Upload or mail your academic records from all secondary schools attended. If your transcripts, diploma, or any other academic documents are not in English, you MUST include an official English translation. Include any exam scores such as IB, AP, CAPE, IGCSE/A levels, 10th +12th.

Personal Statement/Essay and Resume/List of Co-Curricular Activities

Complete and upload your Essay/Personal Statement. You will be able to upload your essay/personal statement prior to submitting your application. Essay prompts vary by major. You can view your major’s essay prompt here.

If you wish to submit a resume or list of extracurricular activities you’ve participated in for review, you can upload this document in your application or on your status page after submitting your application. Please note that a resume is required for Dance, Musical Theatre, and Theatre majors, but optional for all other programs.

Letter of Recommendation

For most majors, a recommendation letter is not required but is strongly encouraged. Submit recommendation letter from a college counselor or teacher.

Please note that Dance, Musical Theatre, and Theatre majors require two recommendation letters. One of your recommendation letters should speak to your candidacy for your field of study.

This can be completed on line through your admission application, or the letter can be mailed/faxed to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue, College Hall
Montclair, NJ 07043

Fax: (+1) 973-655-7700

SAT/ACT Test Scores

Official SAT or ACT scores are optional. Students submitting SAT scores should enter our CEEB code (002520). Students submitting ACT scores should enter our ACT school code (2572).

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Philosophy at Montclair State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Philosophy at Montclair State University

Montclair State University Application or Common App

Please note: The Common App option is for Freshman applicants only.

Applications for undergraduate admissions are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Check your application status. (If you applied through The Common App, you must create a Montclair State account to check your status. An email will be sent to you with those log-in credentials once your application is received.)
Montclair State University considers a number of factors in reviewing admissions applications. Well-qualified candidates for admission have a 3.2 or higher cumulative high school GPA on an unweighted, 4.0 scale, a challenging course load (particularly in junior and senior years), and a variety of extracurricular activities.
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required, but, if you chose to submit those scores, they will be considered in the admissions process.
Other factors considered in our holistic review process include: strong letters of recommendation from teachers and/or counselors; a well-written, thoughtful admissions essay; and a commitment to extracurricular engagement, both in school and in the community.

Bachelor of Philosophy at Montclair State University

Montclair State University

United States of America, Montclair