Contemporary philosophy deals with an enormous range of questions and issues. This includes questions that are traditionally associated with philosophy: “What is the nature of the world I live in?” “What kind of life ought I to lead?” “What can I know?” But philosophy also addresses issues such as the nature of nation states, how we can best understand what a mind is, our ethical relation to the environment, what it is that makes artistic expression significant and how advances in natural science change our conception of the world and our place in it.
The faculty in the Philosophy Department represent a wide variety of specializations within the discipline, and we supplement this diversity with a distinguished visiting professor each year. In addition, we have a very strong interdisciplinary orientation in our curriculum, which includes both interdisciplinary courses and several courses taught jointly with faculty from other departments and programs. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants should have at least: three or more years of English (with a stress on writing); two years of algebra and a year of geometry; two years of social science; and one year of a laboratory science. Most Carleton students go well beyond this minimum. The admissions committee is usually attracted to candidates who do honors or advanced placement work, when available. We also expect students to take two or more years of a foreign or classical language, unless it is not offered at their school. Students who take more courses in the subjects listed above are generally stronger candidates. But we may offer admission to an applicant of unusual ability and interest who has not taken all these courses. When we do, it is on the basis of his or her school record, scores on standardized tests, and recommendations of school officials. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 250] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0]
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.