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Master of Arts in Philosophy

California State University, Long Beach

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 17,922/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1949

Total Students: 39,967 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840, United States

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Scholarships
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Master of Arts in Philosophy

Program Overview

The Department offers a program of study leading to the Master of Arts (MA) degree in Philosophy.

Reputationally, the program is named by The Philosophical Gourmet Report and the The Philosophical GourMA as being located roughly among the top-10 MA programs in the United States, and among the top 5 MA programs in the Western United States. (The APA puts the number of such programs in the U.S. and Canada at approximately 186.) More generally, Cal State Long Beach is routinely ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public Master’s universities in the West, and was also recently ranked among the top three best value public colleges in the nation by the Princeton Review.

Our graduate program offers rigorous philosophical training in a supportive environment, and is ideal for those who are looking to be more competitive in pursuing doctoral studies (either in Philosophy or related fields), as well as those seeking only a terminal MA. The program is also suited for students who were not necessarily undergraduate philosophy majors or else need additional preparation or qualifications before pursuing work at the doctoral level or in professional programs in medicine, law, technology and business, science, etc.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,922 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in California State University, Long Beach

CAD 26,332 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 300.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

No scholarship for International students.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Application Fee: CAD 70

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