A philosopher is defined as a "lover of wisdom." We define wisdom, in turn, as not
simply knowledge but an appreciation of how to use that knowledge. The ancient Greek
command to "Know thyself!" is where all true philosophers begin their quest for that
wisdom, a quest which lasts a lifetime.
Understand the practical advantages of studying philosophy
Many people fail to see any practical reason for studying philosophy. The ancient
Greek philosopher Epicurus acknowledged their point but defended the discipline when
he said:"Empty is the argument of the philosopher by which no human disease is healed — for
just as there is no benefit in medicine if it does not drive out bodily diseases,
so there is no benefit in philosophy if it does not drive out the disease of the soul."We agree. Philosophy should make a difference. That’s why we emphasize the areas of
philosophy that affect the world around us in demonstrable ways — ethics, philosophy
of religion, and political theory.
In fact, the study of philosophy is one of the best ways to enhance the ability to
think clearly and creatively.
Our philosophy classes will help you acquire and develop:
Critical thinking skills
Skills in argumentation
Communication skills
Skills in thinking "outside the box"
Did you know...
Jeff Bezos (the founder and CEO of Amazon.com), Phil Jackson (the NBA’s "winningest"
coach), Jay Leno, and Harrison Ford all studied the discipline and used their philosophy
skills to help them get where they are.
Learn from professors who are dedicated to your success.
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional
experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
How shall one live? Critical examination of answers proposed by classic and modern
philosophers of the major world traditions.
The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create
a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list
of courses you'll take while pursuing a minor in Philosophy, check out the Academic
Catalog:
We are proud to be a university that's continuously growing and making positive changes
for our students and the community. Our achievements are a testament to
our dedicated
faculty and staff and the cutting-edge programs they develop; our talented
students,
who continue to be engaged members of the community; and our alumni, who
consistently
become leaders in their chosen fields.
The University of New Haven was named one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduate
education by The Princeton Review in its 2025 "The Best 390 Colleges" guidebook,
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we were ranked a top-tier university in the North region by U.S. News &
World Report
in its annual "Best Colleges" rankings. In addition, our Tagliatela College
of Engineering
is rated among the top third in the country in our category in U.S. News'
rankings
of the best undergraduate engineering programs.
Our Pompea College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, placing it among
the Top 6 Percent Worldwide. We are also a proud member of The New American
Colleges
and Universities (NAC&U), an exclusive national consortium of selective,
small to
mid-size (2,000-7,500 students) independent colleges and universities that
are dedicated
to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies,
and civic
engagement.
Nationally Recognized Center for Career Development
All University of New Haven students have access to the many resources available through
the University’s Career Development Center, which has been named one of
the best in
the nation by The Princeton Review.
From career assessments, networking, and job shadowing to on-campus interviews and
salary negotiation, the Career Development Center provides the skills and
connections
to identify a meaningful career and an opportunity to pursue your passion.
Cody Wallace ’13, a junior research fellow for the Centre for Security Governance
at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon, spent part of his college
career
in Jordan studying Arabic. "What’s fascinating about the Arabic language
is that it
is so dynamic and complex," he said. "It is a skill that cannot be learned
in a classroom
or from a book; it is a language you pick up from constantly talking to
people and
from those intimate social connections."
His experiences abroad as a student reshaped his vision of the world. "I chose to
study abroad so I could really experience a whole new world outside the
classroom,"
he said.
This is one example of the hundreds of the hundreds of opportunities University of
New Haven students have across the globe to live and learn in a variety
of diverse
cultures.
William Adams, an emeritus professor of computer science, led a program for many years
that brought students to the University’s satellite campus in in Tuscany,
Italy, in
the cradle of the Renaissance for their initial semester as first-year students.
"I tell parents that their son or daughter will be standing taller when they see them
again after their European experience," said Adams. "Upon their return,
parents often
attest to this fact."
Find Your Place in Our Enhanced Learning Communities
The University of New Haven’s innovative Enhanced Learning Communities (formerly "LLCs")
enable first year students to live with students in the same major or interest
area,
enabling the educational experience to transcend far beyond the walls of
the classroom.
Robin Willick ’16 remembers her first year in the LLC like yesterday. She and her
suitemates and hallmates – still her best friends – would study together
late into
the night. "And I’d make waffles," she said. "We had so much fun." That
year she and
other LLC residents attended the Imagination Quest at Villanova University
and she
"began to see all the possibilities out there for women engineers."
"In the LLC, you were always being encouraged to take chances," she said. "I tell
the students I tutor to say yes – say yes to a project or an internship
or a trip.
I said yes to research and it led to two internships."
Today, she is a manufacturing engineer for John Deere.
"Before I got to the University, I didn’t think I would want to live in an LLC," Willick
said. "I’m so glad I did."
Whether you're still in high school or are transferring from another college, we offer
full- and part-time opportunities for undergraduates from inside the U.S. and abroad.
The admission process can begin as early as the end of your high school junior year.
We offer a comprehensive financial aid program, with students receiving assistance
in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans, and part-time employment. Funds
are available from federal and state governments, private sponsors, and from university
resources. More than 95 percent of the University's full-time undergraduate students
receive some form of financial assistance.
Find out more about why the University of New Haven is a great fit for you. Our admissions
team will contact you with information personalized to your interests.
