The Philosophy Program at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) will challenge you to examine yourself and the ideas of society. You will learn critical thinking skills from faculty with diverse backgrounds and experience. Graduates can pursue careers in politics, public relations, teaching, human services, entertainment, publishing, medicine, and more. Our degree program is also an excellent preparation for law school because of our focus on writing enhanced courses and critical thinking exercises.
If you have a love of wisdom and want to explore the true nature of reality, this is the degree for you. Follow your desire for answers to questions like "Why are we here?" and "What is ethical?" as you develop the analytical skills needed for a variety of career fields.
At SHSU, we believe that Philosophy is the most exciting and challenging field of human thought because it concerns our efforts as human beings to understand and deal with issues such as the existence of God or the basis of morality, issues which have been the subject of discussion for over 2,500 years.