Philosophy
Associate in Arts
Suffolk Community College
Earn your associate degree online
You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students
The Philosophy curriculum is designed to give students a liberal arts education that includes a broad but rigorous introduction to the discipline of philosophy. By offering a variety of courses by which the degree requirements can be met, this flexible curriculum allows students to complete a course of study that conforms to their individual philosophical interests and educational goals.
While the program provides solid preparation for advanced study of philosophy at transfer institutions, the exploration of profound philosophical questions — What is the nature of reality? What counts as genuine knowledge? What is justice? How should I live? —equips students with critical thinking, critical reading, and critical writing skills that will help them to succeed in a wide range of academic and career paths.
Graduates of the program have gone on to pursue degrees and careers in philosophy, psychology, religious studies, history, and many other fields.
- What's an associate degree?
- An associate degree usually takes two years of study and prepares students for employment or transfer to a bachelor’s program at a four-year university.
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What's it like to earn this degree online?
Let's put your mind at ease about online learning
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- 100% Online
- This program is presented 100% online. You will not be expected to attend any classes on campus.
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- Live classes
- You will learn in real-time while the instructor leads the class. Courses are similar to in-person classes, but you participate online.
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- Classes on your schedule
- Courses are semester based and classwork can be completed around your work and family commitments. There is no set time where you are required to log in to attend class.
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- Same faculty as on-campus
- The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
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- Credit for prior knowledge
- Get college credit for experience that you have already gained at school or in the workforce.
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- Access to a personal tutor
- You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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How do I enroll?
Follow these steps to start your application
- Go to the online application
- Create an account
- Complete the forms or save for later
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit any supplemental materials, if required
- Send in your academic records
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