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Philosophy

Sharpen your logical thinking, reasoning and debate skills

“What does it mean to be alive?” “What is love?” “Do we have free will?” Philosophers seek answers to life’s biggest questions.

When you study toward a philosophy degree at St. Norbert College, you’ll build the capacity to identify problems, explore controversial questions, analyze conflicting viewpoints and search for truth. In other words, you’ll learn to reason your way from complex questions to appropriate responses, while sharpening your logic and polishing your debate skills.

Academic paths within the major

At SNC, you can earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy studies. Or you can choose to pursue a philosophy minor.

Elevate your philosophy education

If you’re looking to get some global experience as part of your philosophy degree, check out SNC’s extensive study abroad program. For example, study bioethics in Rome or moral theory in New Zealand!

  • This [AmeriCorps] program looked the most interesting and I really liked the service opportunity and the freedom it offered. So I applied for a team leader role. There are four regions in the United States, and three of them asked to interview me. I think it was really my experience as a resident assistant, as well as falling back on some of St. Norbert’s values of communio and radical hospitality, that helped me come out on top.

    Logan Groh ’20

    Portrait of student Logan Groh
    Portrait of student Logan Groh

    This [AmeriCorps] program looked the most interesting and I really liked the service opportunity and the freedom it offered. So I applied for a team leader role. There are four regions in the United States, and three of them asked to interview me. I think it was really my experience as a resident assistant, as well as falling back on some of St. Norbert’s values of communio and radical hospitality, that helped me come out on top.

    Logan Groh ’20

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Undergraduate research

Enrich your philosophy education through scholarly exploration with faculty.

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Practical internships

Apply your critical-thinking and language skills through rich internship experiences in a range of fields.

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International reach

Experience new approaches to learning through our study abroad program.

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Learn from exceptional SNC philosophy faculty

If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.

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Your philosophy degree at work

Philosophy teaches you to examine an idea from every angle to uncover truth. Employers and graduate school admission staff prize these critical-thinking skills. With a philosophy degree from SNC, you might put your analytical and investigative abilities to use in a variety of careers:

  • Business manager
  • Congressional staff member
  • Issue advocate
  • Journalist
  • Educator
  • Lawyer
  • Systems analyst
  • Political campaign manager
  • Public relations expert
  • Technical writer

Future study in philosophy

About half of SNC’s philosophy graduates pursue master’s degrees in fields as diverse as law, medicine, philosophy and psychology. Nearly 16 percent complete doctorate or other advanced degrees.

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Contact the St. Norbert College admission office

Campus location

Ariens Family Welcome Center
310 College Ave.
De Pere, WI 54115

Hours of operation

Monday-Friday
8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

We’re also available by appointment.

Mailing address

Office of Admission
St. Norbert College
Ariens Family Welcome Center
100 Grant St.
De Pere, WI 54115

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