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Sacred Heart University

Fairfield , Connecticut ,United States

BA in Philosophy

As a philosophy major at Sacred Heart, you will develop the ability to clarify and solve problems in any professional field, critically engage with philosophical traditions and contemporary challenges and gain a deeper understanding of the human experience.

The Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy at Sacred Heart provides you with the place and the tools to reflect on many of the profound questions that humanity has asked and pursued over the centuries. A rigorous curriculum covers the major branches of philosophy including logic, epistemology, ethics, anthropology, and metaphysics, among others. A broad range of elective courses cover topics on historical movements, great philosophical figures of the past and present, perennial philosophical themes, and contemporary issues.

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Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Sacred Heart University boasts a strong placement rate of 98%, with most graduates finding employment or enrolling in graduate school within six months of graduation. The University's Center for Career & Professional Development assists students with finding jobs and internships, while resources like Interstride help international students find opportunities, connect with employers, and navigate visa sponsorships. 

Career & Professional Development Resources
Center for Career & Professional Development:
Provides support to students for finding career opportunities and continued professional growth after graduation. 
Interstride:
A portal designed to help students find jobs and internships, network with other students, and find immigration and career support, particularly for international students. 

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications
High School Diploma:
You must have completed a high school degree or its equivalent, representing the final 12 years of formal education. 

Transcripts:
You need to provide official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools you attended. 

While SAT/ACT scores are optional, a strong academic record and GPA are critical, with most admitted students having a GPA of 3.4 or higher.

English Language Proficiency 
Required Tests:
Proof of English proficiency is necessary for international students. Accepted tests and minimum scores include:
TOEFL (iBT): 80
IELTS (Academic): 6.5
Duolingo: 110
PTE: 62

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
  • Duration: 04 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 208360 USD
    Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
    Application Fee: 50 USD
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