Please encourage your students and/or alumni to apply to one of our two Philosophy MA programs at GW, both of which are described below:

The George Washington University’s Department of Philosophy offers two
distinct tracks within their graduate program. The first, a MA in Philosophy
and Social Policy, addresses questions of public policy from a humanistic
perspective using an interdisciplinary course of study. The second, a new
terminal MA in Philosophy, draws upon classic and modern theories to
prepare students for a teaching career or the pursuit of a doctorate. Both degrees
take full advantage of the opportunities and resources provided by their Washington, D.C. location.

• The new MA in Philosophy develops the critical thinking, close reading,
  persuasive writing and oral communication skills needed to succeed
  in both academic and professional realms. Graduates from this track may
  pursue a doctorate in philosophy or a related field, such as political theory,
  biomedical ethics and gender studies.  The degree includes both analytical
  and continental philosophy courses in addition to study of historical and contemporary texts, distinguishing us from many other M.A. programs in philosophy.  

• The interdisciplinary Philosophy and Social Policy MA involves specially focused coursework in philosophy while preparing students to apply the
  normative, historical and logical tools of philosophical inquiry to today’s
  policy issues. Through case studies, students analyze the underlying concepts and implications of policies relating to welfare programs, health
  care, the environment, human rights and equal opportunity. Graduates
  go on to careers ranging from policy related positions in U.S. government agencies    (e.g., the Congressional Research Service and U.S. Department of Labor) to placement   in “think tanks,” nonprofit organizations and lobbying firms.

If you'd like more information on these two MA options, please visit go.gwu.edu/philosophy or contact our Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Laura Papish, at [log in to unmask]

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