Major & Minor
Philosophy is at the core of a liberal arts education. Asking big questions and exploring possibilities builds reasoning and analytical thinking skills ever-important to ethical leadership. Wheaton’s philosophy program is flexible; you can choose classes that match your curiosity, from the nature of morality to metaphysics. Adding philosophy as a minor or second major can broaden your way of thinking about your primary subject. And this versatile major also prepares you for graduate study in a range of disciplines, as well as for law or medical school.
97% of Philosophy majors from the past five years have found employment, attended graduate school or achieved a fellowship or service opportunity within six months of graduation *
*outcomes data is based on a knowledge rate of 73% for the classes of 2014-2018
The Wheaton Edge offers experiences beyond the classroom.
2020, Philosophy, Sociology Screen reader support enabled.
Barbara Bissell '72 Internship Fund
School on Wheels of Massachusetts, East Bridgewater, MA
I discovered an interest in working with a non-governmental organization, and a passion for studying social work in the future.
2021, Visual Art, Philosophy
The Karman Family Internship Fund
The Law Offices of Jason Giannetti Esq., Brookline, MA
This internship taught me tangible ways to help communities of color and to make a difference in their lives.
Gia Orsino makes a podcast for her Life, Death, and Meaning class in order to make philosophy more accessible.
Philosophers have long debated the desirability of such a life, often deeming it ultimately unappealing.
Sanjana Mitesh Kulkarni ’23 found three internship opportunities this summer.
