Department of Philosophy P.O. Box 5190
Kent State University, Kent, Ohio 44242
Phone: 330-672-2315 | Fax: 330-672-4867
Ask KSU Philosophy
What can I do with a Philosophy Major or Minor?
A Philosophy major or minor is not only an intellectually stimulating and rewarding course of study available at Kent State University, it is a great way to develop critical and creative thinking skills, an ability to read complex material with comprehension, and a facility with both creative and technical writing. These are skills that today's employers are seeking and that no employee can afford to be without. With a Philosophy major or minor, you are well prepared for a wide range of career opportunities.
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Interested in a Career in Business?
Recent studies show that, as a group, Philosophy majors outperform economics majors and all other business majors on the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)!
| MAJOR AREA OF STUDY | MEAN GMAT SCORE 2006-07 | NUMBER OF STUDENTS |
| Philosophy | 583 | 650 |
| Economics | 572 | 16,069 |
| Finance | 542 | 19,773 |
| Information Systems Technology | 521 | 6,176 |
| International Business | 516 | 5,079 |
| Accounting | 508 | 23,384 |
| Business Education | 502 | 6,228 |
| Management | 494 | 15,264 |
| Marketing | 487 | 11,484 |
(Source: Graduate Management Admission Council, National Applicant Trends, 2007, pages 10-14.)
