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Philosophy Admissions Spreadsheet (tracks A/W/R, useful for deadlines/requirements) + FB Group Link

By MtnDuck January 31, 2021 in Philosophy

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Since we have a number of new folks on the forum and there have been a number of questions about what the spreadsheet is and what the FB group is, seems best to make a brief post with links to connect folks with the resources!

Here's the spreadsheet :  Philosophy Admissions 2020 Spreadsheet  

If folks want to share the spreadsheet, feel free to do so using   bit.ly/PhilAdm   (this is so I can see how many folks access it but I just see the # of clicks).

For the last three years I've used the spreadsheet to track A/W/R after folks applied. As things are released, and as we receive credible information about what all has been sent out, I'll update the spreadsheet with that information. The first two tabs are dedicated to tracking releases and predictions of when things will come out. The middle two tabs are the application requirements for PhD and MA schools with deadlines and other information.  Aside : Part 2 is a survey of how many schools folks applied to/barriers they encountered so feel free to fill that out if you have time/bandwidth. More info on that can be found here .

The Facebook group is Philosophy Graduate Applicants . Folks can join by clicking the link (but be sure to take heed of the questions folks are asked to answer when they click join or you may not get added). The FB groups is a rad space to find other folks who are applying and ask questions. As with the forum just don't be a jerk/be charitable as we're all in this together!

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William H. Miller III Department of Philosophy

• PhD Admissions

• Requirements
• Financial Aid
• BA/MA Admissions
• Graduate Courses
• Job Placement
• Miller Prize
• Student Organizations

While an undergraduate major in philosophy is good preparation for graduate study in the department, applications are welcomed from students with other majors whose interests are now turning toward philosophy.

To apply, please read the information below and on the Graduate Admissions website , and complete the application online.

If applying to more than one department, please send complete application materials for each department. All application documents must be provided in English (either the original or translations of the original documents). If you are unable to secure translations to English, we recommend that you contact World Education Services .

All application materials and supporting documents should be uploaded through the online application; these include:

• Online application
• Application fee
• Statement of Purpose (briefly state your area of interest at the beginning of your Statement of Purpose; upload through the online application)
• Letters of recommendation (at least three): Letters of recommendation should be submitted and uploaded electronically following the instructions in the online application.
• Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded through the online application. Applications will be ready for review with unofficial transcripts, but official transcripts will be required if an offer of admission is made
• GRE (optional)
• TOEFL or IELTS score (for international applicants)
• Sample of work (the sample should reflect the applicant’s area of interest, and generally does not have to be more than 20 pages in length).

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is 15 December. Some finalists will be contacted for short Zoom meetings prior to a decision being made. Decisions on admitted and wait-listed students will be made by the first week of February.

For questions or inquiries about the online application and supporting documents, contact the Graduate Admissions office. You may also contact Michelle Brock, the academic program coordinator for the philosophy department, at [email protected]   or 410-516-7524.

The APA Guide to Graduate Programs in Philosophy

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Total Schools

Total students, total ph.d. programs, total ma programs.

The  Guide to Graduate Programs in Philosophy , published biennially until the early 2000s, was relaunched in 2012 as an annual online resource. The guide compiles data on both doctoral and master’s degree programs in philosophy at institutions throughout the US and Canada, offering prospective students, job candidates, and other members of the profession a rich resource on post-graduate education and employment in philosophy. 

All data in the guide are self-reported by representatives of the institutions. Any changes or corrections should be sent directly to them.

Note: You do not need to log in to use the Grad Guide.  To log in, you must first create an account. Your login/password from www.apaonline.org will not work.

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Department of Linguistics and Philosophy

Graduate admissions, requirements.

To enter the doctoral program , students must have done well in their previous academic work and must be formally accepted as candidates for the Ph.D. degree by the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy. Furthermore, an applicant must have received a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a college or university of acceptable standing.

Although there are no formal requirements for admission, successful applicants typically have an undergraduate major in philosophy, or a comparable level of preparation.

The Application

A complete application includes the MIT application form, an academic transcript from each college/university attended, and three letters of recommendation.

In addition to the application, all applicants should submit a writing sample in philosophy, ideally of 15-25 pages in length. The writing sample should allow us to assess the applicant’s understanding of a philosophical problem, and ability to evaluate philosophical arguments. This assessment is usually easier if the writing sample explicitly engages with some of the contemporary philosophical literature.

Students are only admitted into the program in the fall. The application deadline is January 2nd for the following September. Decisions are communicated to applicants by early March.

GRE scores are optional : they are  not required for admission to the doctoral program. The reporting codes are:

Institute code: 3514 Department code: 2804

MIT requires international applicants whose native language is not English to submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

TOEFL: Minimum score required: 577 (PBT) 90 (IBT) TOEFL Department codes: 20 (Philosophy) Institute code: 3514 (MIT)

IELTS: Minimum score required: 6.5 Electronic scores send to: MIT Graduate Admissions

However, the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy does grant waivers. In general, we grant waivers to students who have received a degree from an American or English-speaking university, or who show an extensive background in English. We ask that students who request a TOEFL or IELTS waiver have their recommenders comment in depth on their English speaking, reading and writing skills as a part of the recommendation. We also strongly suggest that they submit a writing sample in English. Applicants may request a waiver in the application.

Accessing the Application Form

To apply, please visit: https://gradapply.mit.edu/phil

The statement of purpose, letters of recommendation and writing sample are submitted on-line. Scanned copies of transcripts are submitted on-line for review purposes but are considered unofficial. Applicants who are admitted will be required to send an official transcript in a university sealed envelope.

The application fee is $75.00 in US funds. Major credit cards are the accepted form of payment. MIT offers fee waivers to students who meet relevant criteria. For criteria and more information, please visit:  https://oge.mit.edu/graduate-admissions/applications/application-fee-waiver/ .  If you attended PIKSI or another  Undergraduate Diversity Institute in Philosophy , please contact  [email protected]  regarding a fee waiver.

Questions regarding the application process can be sent to  [email protected] .

In response to the challenges of teaching, learning, and assessing academic performance during the global COVID-19 pandemic, MIT has adopted the following principle: MIT’s admissions committees and offices for graduate and professional schools will take the significant disruptions of the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 into account when reviewing students’ transcripts and other admissions materials as part of their regular practice of performing individualized, holistic reviews of each applicant.

In particular, as we review applications now and in the future, we will respect decisions regarding the adoption of Pass/No Record (or Credit/No Credit or Pass/Fail) and other grading options during the unprecedented period of COVID-19 disruptions, whether those decisions were made by institutions or by individual students. We also expect that the individual experiences of applicants will richly inform applications and, as such, they will be considered with the entirety of a student’s record.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a masters program.

No. The philosophy graduate program is a doctoral program only. In the Boston area, Tufts University offers a masters degree in philosophy.

How long is the Ph.D. program?

Five years.

Is a master’s degree required to apply to the PhD program?

A master’s degree is not required. Prospective students may apply to the PhD program direct from their undergraduate studies.

Can I earn a doctoral degree through distance learning?

No. You can give our   MOOCs a try, though.

Do students get financial support from MIT?

Yes. Currently, we can support five entering students each year with tuition plus a 12-month stipend. We can also support graduating fifth-years with a one-year post-doc if they are unable to secure a position elsewhere. In special cases, we are able to support sixth year students with tuition plus a 9-month stipend in place of a post-doc.

Although MIT regulations prohibit us from guaranteeing funding for more than any one year, we fully expect to be able to support students in good standing throughout the entire five-year period of the doctoral program. However, the Department has limited funds for financial aid to graduate students, so we encourage you to apply for  graduate fellowships  from government agencies and foundations.

I am an international applicant. Am I still eligible for financial support from MIT?

Yes. All admitted students, whether or not they are US citizens, are eligible for support.

Does the Ph.D. program have a language requirement?

Where’s information about mit’s placement record, retention data, etc., i uploaded a transcript to the application system. do i have to mail an official transcript.

No, only admitted applicants are required to mail official transcripts.

Can students take classes at Harvard?

Yes. There is also an annual Harvard/MIT graduate philosophy conference. Often Harvard students attend MIT reading groups and vice versa.

Can philosophy Ph.D. students take linguistics classes?

Yes. We also offer a minor in linguistics.

Can you evaluate my chances of admission before I apply?

We do not offer pre-application screening.

Can I visit MIT before I apply, and talk with faculty and students?

Of course. Send an email to any faculty member , who will be happy to arrange some appointments.

The Department of Linguistics and Philosophy — what’s the story?

Classes in linguistics were originally given within the Department of Modern Languages, and a Ph.D. in linguistics was first offered by that Department in 1961-62. In 1965 the Department of Modern Languages became the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics and, in 1969, the Department of Foreign Languages and Linguistics. Prior to 1964 philosophy was taught in the Department of Humanities. The Philosophy Department was formed when a Ph.D. program in philosophy was established in July 1971. In 1976 the curriculum in foreign languages and literatures became part of the responsibility of the Department of Humanities while the curriculum in linguistics became part of the Department of Philosophy to form the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy.

Philosophy Graduate Student Portfolio Papers Guide

Introduction, portfolio papers tracker, emory's collections.

• Introductory Research Tips
• Detailed Research Tips
• Databases & Resources
• Ancient Philosophy
• Medieval and Renaissance Philosophy
• Modern Philosophy
• 19th Century Philosophy (WIP)
• 20th Century and Beyond (WIP)

European/ World History and Philosophy Librarian

This guide is meant to assist graduate students in philosophy with writing portfolio papers.

• The "Research Tips" pages contain general hints and tips to quickly getting an introduction to a field with which you may not be familiar, including identifying major figures and terms, finding scholarly conversations, and locating major points of scholarly debate.
• "Databases and Resources" contains recommended databases to search for philosophical articles and books. It also contains miscellaneous resources that may be more specialized (such as original language resources).
• Pages on specific periods correspond to the divisions in the  philosophy graduate student handbook . Each contains individual entries on all of the listed portfolio figures. Each entry lists information on standard translations, critical editions, and original language editions (where applicable). Entries also contain links to resources, including encyclopedia articles, bibliographies, and a sampling of contemporary scholarship on the figure in question.

If you have questions, suggestions, comments, or other feedback, please contact the guide author  Kyle Tanaka  or the philosophy subject librarian  Chella Vaidyanathan . 

There is an Excel Spreadsheet designed to help you keep track of what papers you have written and in what areas. See the link below:

• Portfolio Papers Tracker An Excel spreadsheet that tallies what papers you have written and still need to write. (Directions included).

Emory's library network is comprised of several libraries. The Robert W. Woodruff Library on the Druid Hills campus is the main library, but other libraries on this campus include the Pitts Theology Library, the Hugh F. MacMillan Law Library, the Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library, and MARBL, Emory's Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library. A number of items are housed offsite at the  Library Service Center (LSC) . Any of these items may be sent to Woodruff Library (or your desired destination library) by logging in to your account and submitting a request through the Emory Library Catalog (aka Library Search) .

In addition to its physical collection, Emory subscribes to a number of digital access services. More information on the databases, journals, and other digital materials in Emory's collection can be found on the general Philosophy Libguide. Click here to go to Emory's Philosophy Libguide .

There is a complete list of journals available digitally through Emory.  Click here to go to the list of journals. .

If you are not able to find a resource in Emory's collection that you nevertheless would like access to, you have a few options. These include:

• Submit an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request. Click here to go to ILL's website .
• If you notice a resource is not a part of Emory's collection and would be a good addition, you can submit a purchase suggestion to the philosophy subject liaison, Chella Vaidyanathan, at  [email protected] . 
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