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Studying philosophy at Holy Cross offers exceptional preparation for citizens of a globally interconnected world. At its core, philosophy is the ability to think reflectively and critically about questions that are at the very foundation of human existence and human practices.
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The table below shows the Academic Programs the College of...
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Studying philosophy at Holy Cross offers exceptional preparation for citizens of a globally interconnected world. It is an excellent stand-alone major, and an ideal second major or minor for students interested in examining the foundations of another discipline.
Course descriptions listed on this page for the Department of Philosophy are from the 2021-2022 College Catalog. For more information on the courses offered during the fall and spring semesters, please log in to the course schedule through STAR.
The table below shows the Academic Programs the College of the Holy Cross offers sorted by Major. Each Holy Cross student’s curriculum consists of common requirements (which can be fulfilled by selecting from a wide range of courses), a major, and freely elected courses.
The minimum requirement for a major is 10 semester courses in philosophy. Students should work closely with their advisor and consult with the department Chair to determine how these requirements are best fulfilled in conjunction with their individual interests.
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Students completing a major in International Studies pursue coursework in some combination of Anthropology, Economics, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Religious Studies, and Sociology, in addition to the study of a foreign language.
