Overview

We are a pluralistic department with broad competences in most areas of philosophy.

Features

The department has particular strengths in the history of Philosophy from Plato to Kant, 19th and 20th century Continental philosophy, contemporary metaphysics and epistemology, philosophy of religion, and, ethical, social, and political philosophy.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The University of Kentucky's Department of Philosophy offers a course of study leading to the doctoral degree in philosophy. Masters degrees are typically earned along the way to completion of the Ph.D.

Only rarely do we accept students who aim at a terminal MA degree. Contingent upon maintaining satisfactory progress, all incoming doctoral students are guaranteed five years of financial support, typically through teaching assistantships and/or fellowships.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Personal Statement

Writing Sample

Three letters of recommendation

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Tuition Fee

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International

35460 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35460 USD per year during 60 months.
National

35460 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35460 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

14330 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14330 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Lexington-Fayette

900 - 1400 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Philosophy.

Available Scholarships

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