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Philosophy

The Graduate Center'southward Philosophy programme is designed to provide students pursuing Ph.D. and M.A. degrees with a sound general training in the history of ancient and mod philosophy and in the master areas of current philosophical inquiry.

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The Graduate Center's Philosophy program is designed to provide students pursuing Ph.D. and 1000.A. degrees with a sound general training in the history of ancient and modern philosophy and in the master areas of current philosophical inquiry.

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Degree Offered

Ph.D. in Philosophy

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Thou.A. in Philosophy

Full-time/Office-time

Admissions Deadlines

January 1 for autumn enrollment (Ph.D.)
Apr fifteen for autumn enrollment (Thousand.A.)
(No jump enrollment)

Our program offers students an extensive, integrated form of report cartoon from a wide range of philosophical traditions in esteemed Ph.D. and G.A. programs. Located in the heart of New York Urban center and under the guidance of an internationally renowned faculty, the Philosophy program provides students with access to all of the resources necessary for intensive graduate study of the highest quality.

Advanced philosophical instruction is offered in a range of areas, including history of philosophy, logic, philosophy of science, philosophy of linguistic communication, philosophy of mind, metaphysics, philosophy of mathematics, epistemology, moral and political philosophy, the philosophy of race, aesthetics, the philosophy of literature, feminist philosophy, and applied and professional ideals.

Additional information well-nigh our program tin be found on our CUNY Academic Commons website.

A Vibrant Community

In a urban center hailed by The New York Times every bit a "philosophical uppercase," The Graduate Center's Philosophy programme has an active community that hosts faculty and student-organized conferences, seminars, and weekly talks. Our program is part of a consortium that connects our community with those of other nearby universities to encourage greater engagement and offers a wider lens on philosophy.

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Renowned Faculty

Our award-winning and distinguished faculty members are leading philosophers from throughout CUNY who have published acclaimed books, made significant contributions to their fields, and are committed to philosophical inquiry.

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Dedication to Students

Students' curriculum provides advanced philosophical instruction in a range of areas. Throughout their time at The Graduate Middle, students are supported by an academic adviser, and doctoral students take access to all-encompassing placement services. Our program is too devoted to promoting variety and addressing the needs of the community.

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Centers and Projects

Our students engage with the work of three renowned inquiry centers closely affiliated with the program — the Saul Kripke Centre, the Eye for Interdisciplinary Studies, and the Centre for Global Ethics and Politics — through regular seminars, visiting speakers, and conferences, in add-on to weekly meetings for targeted research groups.

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Recent News

October 22, 2021

TWO GRADUATE Heart PHILOSOPHY PROFESSORS NAMED EDITORS OF LEADING AESTHETICS AND PHILOSOPHY OF ART JOURNAL

By Bonnie Eissner For the adjacent v years, the Journal of Aesthetics and Fine art Criticism (JAAC), published by Oxford University Press, considered the leading aesthetics...

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Sep 21, 2021

IN MEMORIAM: DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR CHARLES Due west. MILLS, A PHILOSOPHER WHO CHANGED THE Chat ABOUT RACE IN THE U.S.

The Graduate Heart customs is immensely saddened by the passing of Distinguished Professor Charles W. Mills (Philosophy) who died on September 20, 2021, at age...

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Aug 23, 2021

8 NEW STUDENTS SHARE THEIR INSPIRING STORIES

This fall, well-nigh 600 master's and doctoral students bring together the Graduate Centre. Encounter 8 whose stories offer a glimpse into the fascinating backgrounds and perspectives...

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Aug 9, 2021

'DAILY NEWS' REPORTER SHANT SHAHRIGIAN IS Irresolute HIS Trounce TO PURSUE A MASTER'Due south IN PHILOSOPHY AT THE GRADUATE Centre

"Journalism and philosophy are both well-nigh request questions," said incoming student, Shant Shahrigian.

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