Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

International students can study the Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global on the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America. This PhD degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 5 years and is offered at the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 22, 2027.

About Philosophy (PHD)

The University of Arizona doctoral program in philosophy is among the most distinguished in the English-speaking world. Graduates of the program hold faculty positions at colleges and universities around the world. Current areas of excellence in the doctoral program include ethics, political philosophy, the philosophy of mind and cognitive science, epistemology, metaphysics, the history of philosophy, the philosophy of science, the philosophy of law, experimental philosophy, aesthetics, and the philosophy of language. The members of the faculty are very accessible to students and are keenly interested in their philosophical development and professional success.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

3 letters of recommendation from professors in previous philosophy courses
Statement of purpose
Sample of applicant's philosophical written work
Transcripts

Standardized Tests

Required test(s): GRE
Required GRE Subject tests: General
Recommended tests:
Recommended GRE Subject tests: NA
Minimum GRE Verbal: none
Minimum GRE Quantitative: none
Minumum GRE Written: none
Minimum GMAT: NA
Minimum MAT: NA
Minimum TOEFL: 550 or 79 (internet)
Minimum IELTS: 7

Funding Opportunities

Teaching Assistantships
Tuition and Registration Waivers
Fellowships

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall: January 2

International Applicants:

Fall: January 2

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 2801

NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Philosophy

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Tuition and Fee Information for Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

Philosophy (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson