Jefferson College Associate of Arts in Philosophy
Jefferson College

Jefferson College

Associate of Arts in Philosophy

Hillsboro, USA

Associate of Arts

2 years

English

Full time, Part time

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Associate of Arts in Philosophy offers students a foundational understanding of philosophical concepts, theories, and critical thinking skills. This program typically spans two years and covers various topics, including ethics, logic, and the history of philosophy. Students engage in discussions, evaluate arguments, and explore significant philosophical texts to prepare for advanced studies or diverse career paths.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue roles in education, writing, public policy, or business. Additional paths may include further study in philosophy or related fields, such as law, psychology, or social sciences.

Philosophy explores the history of human thought and ongoing questions of meaning, value, and truth. It provides excellent preparation for any field requiring critical reasoning skills. The Philosophy concentration prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution.

Philosophy is arguably the oldest and most important of the academic disciplines. At least, that's what Philosophers like to say. In Philosophy, we discuss the Big Questions: Is there a God? What is Truth? What would a just society look like? What is the nature of Reality? Can warfare ever be morally justified? Why is it so hard to find a job as a Philosopher?

At Jefferson College, we offer Ethics, Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, World Religions, and Medical Ethics. We have one full-time faculty member and a roving band of highly qualified and fascinating adjuncts.

Famous Philosophy majors include comedians Steve Martin and Jay Leno, Alex Trebek of "Jeopardy," actor Harrison Ford, financier George Soros, and the late Pope John Paul II.

The Academic Plan for this program is a semester-by-semester plan for the full-time college-ready student. Part-time students should work with an advisor to customize the map to fit individual needs.

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