Philosophy
Explore the big questions of life, reality and ethics through the lens of great philosophers. Analyze ideas from history’s most influential thinkers and explore how philosophy shapes today’s world. Develop critical thinking, problem-solving and writing skills while diving into debates on morality, politics and the human experience.
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The College of Liberal Arts offers multiple paths in select majors to accelerate degree completion and provide opportunities to earn multiple degrees simultaneously so you can make the most of your educational experience.
Degree in 3
Degree in 3 provides an accelerated pathway to complete your Liberal Arts degree in just three years — saving time and tuition. With focused planning and year-round support, you’ll be ready to start your career or pursue graduate school ahead of schedule, without missing out on the full Purdue experience.
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Earn two degrees in four years with Purdue’s Degree Plus program — combine Liberal Arts with STEM, business or any other major, all without extra time or tuition. Stand out with a multidimensional education that sets you apart.
Our students prepare for careers in a wide range of fields where creativity, critical thinking, communication and a deep understanding of the human experience are highly valued including:
- Attorney
- Bioethicist
- Entrepreneur
- Human resources officer
- Training and development specialist
- Writer
Our students gain hands-on experience and advanced education with opportunities across the country including:
- Computer network defense analyst, U.S. Government
- Customer experience support, Peter Franklin Jewelers
- Business system analyst, Odoo San Francisco
- Project coordinator, Medpace Core Laboratories
- McKinney Law School, Indiana University
- Master’s graduate program in mathematical statistics, Purdue University
- Master’s graduate program in aesthetics, Uppsala University
You should pursue the most rigorous high school curriculum available to you. Succeeding in challenging courses will make you a stronger candidate for Purdue’s competitive admission process and better prepare you for college success.
Minimum high school coursework (many applicants exceed these minimums):
- Math – 4 years
- English – 4 years
- Lab science – 3 years
- Social studies – 3 years
- World language – 2 years
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Jack Fellmy
As a senior undergraduate philosophy student from Fishers, Indiana, Jack Fellmy has actively participated in research and teaching assistant positions. Additionally, he has had the opportunity to work closely with Drs. Christopher Yeomans and Jacqueline Mariña on several different faculty research projects. Over the past summer, Jack gained additional hands-on experience as a legal intern at Luisa White Law, LLC in Lafayette. He intends apply his philosophy degree toward a career as a high school English teacher before pursuing labor law.
Charlotte Harmon
Originally from Schererville, Indiana, Charlotte Harmon came to Purdue as a psychology major — but one philosophy class sparked a new passion. She added philosophy as a second major through the Degree Plus program and presented her research on Carl Jung and Hobbes at the 2025 Purdue Undergraduate Philosophy Conference. As a member of the Women in Philosophy Society, she’s helping challenge stereotypes in the field. She volunteers with Legal Aid and works with youth. Charlotte plans to pursue law school with a focus on family law.
Dana Tulodziecki
Students studying with Dr. Dana Tulodziecki gain insight into some of the most fascinating questions in the philosophy of science, especially as they relate to space. Her research explores how we conduct science in extreme environments, like space, where standard methods don’t always apply. She also tackles big ethical and policy questions: How should we handle risks to astronauts? Should we alter environments — or enhance humans — for space travel? As a NASA and DARPA advisor, Dr. Tulodziecki brings real-world relevance to every discussion.
Transfer to Philosophy
Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
