How to Apply

All application materials should be submitted electronically via the online admissions system by 11:59 pm CST on December 1.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) to generate text for any documents in your graduate school admissions portfolio is prohibited. The purpose of your portfolio is to showcase your authentic voice and abilities and to reflect your unique perspective, not to submit work that has been substantially generated by a machine. If you require AI tools either (i) to translate text that you originally wrote in another language without AI assistance into English, or (ii) to polish grammar and spelling in your original English text if English is not your first language, you must provide a clear acknowledgment at the end of the document. For example: “This statement was translated from Spanish into English using an AI translation tool.” Or: "An AI editing tool was used to edit the grammar of this statement."

To apply, follow the instructions in the online admissions system and submit:

• Resume/CV

• Personal statement (1-2 pages). In your personal statement, include information about your philosophical interests, proposed future projects, and why the Department of Philosophy at University of Minnesota matches your interests and strengths.

• Diversity of Views and Experience Statement (1-2 pages). Supporting the development of a diverse student body is central to the University of Minnesota's mission. This mission is enacted by the inclusion of academically excellent students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and/or a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Describe how your views, life experiences, and skills would contribute to this graduate program and to your success in this graduate program.
• Writing Sample (25 pages or fewer) of your philosophical work
• Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (official transcripts are requested once you are admitted)
• Three letters of recommendation
• International applicants (and domestic applicants whose native language is not English) are required to provide proof of English language proficiency as a condition of admission. We adhere to the university’s minimum English language proficiency requirements.Consult the English Language Proficiency Policy.

• Application fee

  Note: GRE scores are not required and will not be considered