The study of philosophy, perhaps more than any other discipline, develops abilities to think clearly, critically, and creatively and to exchange and communicate ideas orally and in writing. These skills are essential to managing your life well and are in great demand in almost any profession. There are two tracks that a Philosophy major can follow:

Because the skills that one acquires through the study of philosophy are highly transferable, the Philosophy program at KU prepares a student for nearly any area of work. Law, business, public service, publishing, medicine, the ministry, and the teaching of philosophy are just some of the areas that Philosophy majors can find employment or pursue graduate study.