<h4>Why Study Philosophy?</h4> <p>Studying philosophy gives students the opportunity to think carefully and deeply about themselves and their place in society. A degree in philosophy involves reflection on questions such as the nature of reality, the foundations of knowledge, the existence of God, and the basis of moral obligation. It encourages students to think about their obligations to their fellow human beings and the world at large.</p> <p>A philosophy degree also helps students develop many of skills necessary for success in school and beyond: logic and critical thinking, clear argumentative writing, careful reading and analysis of texts, and oral argument.</p> <p><a href="http://www.philosophy.eku.edu/scores.htm">Philosophy majors perform very well</a> on exams for graduate and professional school. Philosophers outscore all other majors on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE&rsquo;s) and receive scores that are among the highest on the LSAT&rsquo;s, GMAT&rsquo;s, and MCAT&rsquo;s.</p> <p>Visit these Web sites to learn more about the value of majoring in philosophy:</p> <p><a href="http://www.philosophy.eku.edu/why.htm">www.philosophy.eku.edu/why.htm</a><br /> <a href="http://www.louisiana.edu/Academic/LiberalArts/PHIL/WhyStudyPhilosophy.html">www.louisiana.edu/Academic/LiberalArts/PHIL/WhyStudyPhilosophy.html</a></p> <h4>Why Study Philosophy at George Mason?</h4> <p>The George Mason Department of Philosophy has excellent full-time faculty committed to undergraduate and graduate education. The faculty reflects a wide range of philosophical interests. They work in both the analytic and Continental traditions, as well as in ethics and the history of philosophy.</p> <p>Junior- and senior-level courses in philosophy are small, seminar-style courses. Most have fewer than 35 students. This size allows for a high degree of engagement as well as an opportunity for students to work closely with their professors and develop important mentoring relationships.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 3 2009-04-23T16:19:52Z 1 627 false about false 20 About Philosophy 2009-05-13T13:06:47Z 2009-05-13