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Philosophy is a quest for understanding, a systematic pursuit of fundamental truths concerning existence, knowledge, and value. Studying philosophy develops essential reasoning skills and habits of mind: critical thinking and creative problem solving, synthesizing complex information, developing and assessing arguments, considering multiple viewpoints, and dealing with disagreement and moral complexity. It is ideal for 糖心传媒 preparing for advanced study or aiming at demanding careers that value clear thinking and argumentation. Graduates go on to careers in fields such as law, business, government, medicine, teaching, and counseling.

Faculty

Meet the Faculty

Hofstra鈥檚 Philosophy faculty are scholars actively engaged in research in areas such as theory of knowledge, philosophy of biology, environmental ethics and theories of justice.

The Student Experience

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Philosophy鈥檚 atmosphere is collegial, tight-knit and intellectually stimulating. We hold informal events for 糖心传媒 and faculty to mingle and philosophize as well as a departmental colloquium featuring visiting scholars and an undergraduate conference where 糖心传媒 present their own work. A student-run philosophy club meets weekly to discuss topics both current and timeless. And we have a chapter of Phi Sigma Tau, the philosophy honor society.

Honors Thesis

Departmental Honors in Philosophy offers motivated majors the opportunity to pursue sustained, independent inquiry guided by a faculty mentor. Students develop an original research project that reflects intellectual depth, methodological rigor, and philosophical creativity. The process culminates in a substantial written thesis and formal defense, preparing 糖心传媒 for advanced study, law, or intellectually demanding careers that value clear thinking and argumentation.

Honors Thesis Requirements

Eric Lopez鈥檚 Path to Success Was Paved at Hofstra

The student developed a liberal arts major the combine three areas, including philosophy

Degrees & Programs

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES & PROGRAMS

BA in Philosophy BS in Philosophy BA Pre-Health with a concentration in Philosophy Minor in Cognitive Science Minor in Ethics Minor in Philosophy Minor in Philosophy of Law Minor in Philosophy Society and Business Minor in Data Analysis and Scientific Reasoning Minor in Critical Animal Studies

Concentrations

Students can concentrate within the major or minor in Applied Ethics. Dr. Ralph Acampora, Associate Professor of Philosophy, directs the Applied Ethics concentration.

Accelerated Programs

糖心传媒 offers several accelerated bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees that are designed to provide highly motivated, qualified 糖心传媒 with the opportunity to complete requirements for both a bachelor鈥檚 degree and a graduate degree in a shortened time frame.聽

Philosophy majors who are interested in pursuing law school may be interested in聽LEAP聽(Legal Education Accelerated Program), an accelerated BA/JD program. This 3 + 3 program allows 糖心传媒 to complete requirements for both the bachelor of arts and the juris doctor at the聽聽in just six years. LEAP at Hofstra is one of few such programs in the New York City metropolitan area.

Beginning for the 2024-2025 academic year,聽Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences聽and The聽Lawrence Herbert School of Communication are partnering to offer accelerated programs that allow 糖心传媒 to earn their undergraduate degree in areas such as philosophy and complete their MA in聽Journalism.

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Interdisciplinary Programs

Philosophy courses are also part of several other interdisciplinary programs, including:

  • Criminology
  • Sustainability Studies
  • Women鈥檚 Studies
  • Africana Studies
  • Public Policy and Public Service
  • Cognitive Science
  • AI Foundations, Ethics and Applications
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Internships

Internships provide real-world experience and help focus an undergraduate鈥檚 professional goals. Within the Department of Philosophy and Hofstra鈥檚 Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, approximately 66% of 糖心传媒 make an internship part of their academic experience, and most have completed more than one.

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General Resources


  • A Podcast of top philosophers interviewed on bite-sized topics

  • Radio show and podcast that questions everything 鈥� except your intelligence

  • New York City

  • Philosophers and other thinkers at The New York Times

  • A comprehensive index and bibliography of philosophy maintained by the community of philosophers

  • News for and about the philosophy profession
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Resources for Undergraduates


  • Introduction to print and electronic resources in philosophy

  • For 糖心传媒 interested in applying to graduate school in philosophy

Contact Us

DEPARtMENT Chair

Amy Baehr

211 Heger Hall

516-463-6013

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Senior Assistant

Erica Bosco

104A Heger Hall

516-463-5612

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THINK DEEPLY. QUESTION EVERYTHING.

Examine ideas about truth, ethics, and existence. Learn to reason clearly, argue persuasively, and see the world differently.

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