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Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with Concentration in Communications and Critical Thinking

University of Massachusetts Lowell

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 35,544/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1894

Total Students: 18,000 +

Int. Students: 700 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

220 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA 01854, United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
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Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with Concentration in Communications and Critical Thinking

Program Overview

Students can take courses in the history of philosophy and philosophical movements; political, mathematical and scientific philosophies; metaphysics; linguistics and aesthetics. Students will learn how to analyze, reason, deduct and apply persuasive arguments in a disciplined and systematic way while developing their oral and written communication skills.

The department does not specify particular course work for the major, but recommends that the sequence of courses be designed in close consultation with the student’s faculty advisor. Students who plan to go to graduate school are strongly encouraged to take at least two courses from the History of Philosophy series. They should also consider a second major in a cognate field, e.g., American studies, English, French, history, mathematics, or political science.

Communications and Critical Thinking - Concentration
Effective communication is an essential tool for those seeking careers in journalism, advertising, commerce, law, public relations, education or related fields.

The Communications and Critical Thinking (C&CT) track in philosophy serves students preparing for these careers with a unique interdisciplinary course of study that puts them on the fast track for any of those professional choices. It provides training in the latest media technologies and in timeless communication skills such as presenting good arguments, critical reasoning and logical evaluation of competing opinions.

Students specialize by selecting a specific set of courses from the wide variety offered for the major, and by adding minors in other related areas such as computer science, English, music, art, economics, psychology, sociology or political science.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

56 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Not Available
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60

Tuition Fee

CAD 35,544 per year

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

Living Cost in University of Massachusetts Lowell

CAD 16,000 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 - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 1,120.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 80.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

An incredible opportunity for master's degree students for the academic year 2025-26 at UMass Lowell.

UMass Lowell offering over $1 million in scholarship funding, including opportunities for international students to receive up to $20,000. These scholarships will be distributed across up to four semesters.

Here are the key details:
• Eligibility: All international students will be automatically considered for these scholarships—no additional application is required.
• Priority Deadlines: To maximize their chances, students should submit their complete applications by the priority deadlines of January 15, 2025, and February 15, 2025.

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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Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 35,544

Application Fee: CAD 60

English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL SAT PTE DUOLINGO

Work Permit:

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