Philosophy Major/Minor

Perhaps the most useful major at Brockport! See what a philosophy major or double major can do for you!

What You’ll Learn

In philosophy, you’ll study the history of thought while learning to think and express yourself with clarity and precision—skills that will apply no matter what profession you choose.

Our Philosophy program helps you beyond preparing for law school, graduate school, or business school. You’ll develop timeless analytical, reading, and writing skills.

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“I can honestly say that the best training I received for law school came from the critical thinking and analytical reasoning I engaged in as an undergraduate Philosophy major.”  Dainia Jabaji, Law Student at SUNY Buffalo