Departmental Policies

Transfer Credit Policy

The Philosophy Department support students who study abroad and will normally grant credit for no more than three courses from other institutions toward the major. Normally, no more than one such course can be used to satisfy the upper-division requirements, though they may count toward the major as such.

Usually students will fulfill the junior/senior seminar requirement in the department. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with philosophy faculty prior to their study abroad the off-campus courses for which they will likely receive credit toward the major. The department expects students to provide documentation (syllabi, written work) for course work undertaken upon their return to campus.

I.B. Credit Policy

I.B. credit in Philosophy will only carry PHIL 199 credit.  This will not count towards the major or carry G.E. credit in Philosophy.  If student continues in Philosophy as a major, this course will permit a student to register directly into PHIL 200, "Philosophical Studies."  Students may wish to discuss this matter with the chairperson of Philosophy.

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