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Why Study Philosophy at Trinity?
Philosophy asks the questions that matter most — about reality, knowledge, ethics, and what it means to live well — and at Trinity, you'll develop the critical thinking, reasoning, and communication skills to pursue those questions with rigor and depth.
The curriculum covers core areas like metaphysics, epistemology, logic, and ethics, while also offering distinctive courses rarely found at the undergraduate level, from Biomedical Ethics to Philosophy for Children, where students lead real discussions with local elementary schoolers. Faculty bring wide-ranging expertise and a commitment to public philosophy, and internationally renowned philosophers visit campus annually.
Because philosophy sharpens the skills that every career demands, Trinity philosophy graduates go on to succeed across a remarkable range of fields — from law and medicine to business, journalism, and social work — prepared not just professionally, but for a life thoughtfully lived.
Areas of Study
Learn about core areas of the field and develop your own philosophical interests.
Philosophy students evaluate principles of conduct, develop standards of evidence, and learn methods for resolving conflicts and appraising arguments.
Philosophy (B.A., Minor)
Our philosophy courses cover traditional areas of philosophy — metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, logic, and aesthetics — in addition to less common topics such as Hellenistic Philosophy, Philosophy of Race, and Islamic Philosophy.
Ethics (Minor)
In the Ethics minor, you will examine how people should navigate complex questions and make difficult decisions. You will explore ethical issues that arise in medicine, politics, society, the environment, and more.
History of Philosophy (Minor)
In the History of Philosophy minor, you will explore major philosophical traditions from ancient Greece to today. You will examine influential texts and ideas while building skills in interpretation, argument, and historical analysis.
Logic and Philosophy of Cognition (Minor)
In the Logic and Philosophy of Cognition minor, you will explore logic, reasoning, and the mind while strengthening your analytical thinking skills and connecting philosophical inquiry to psychology, computer science, neuroscience, and linguistics.