In the philosophy and religion program at Rutgers–Camden, students explore questions about reality, knowledge, the self, values, and the purpose of human life. Coursework in the philosophy major focuses on philosophy as an activity, with the goal of equipping students with an understanding of important philosophical issues and the basis for developing an analytical judgment that is both critical and productive. The religion major explores the diversity and pervasiveness of religious life, experience, and thought throughout human history.
Philosophy and religion majors receive excellent preparation for careers in business, law, ministry, and education and graduate school, particularly law studies. The average LSAT score of philosophy and religion majors is exceptionally strong.
Learn more about the Department of Philosophy and Religion at Rutgers–Camden.
Highlights
- Dr. John Wall, recipient of the Provost’s Award for Teaching Excellence in 2005, authored the book Ethics in Light of Childhood (Georgetown University Press, 2010) and co-edited the book Children and Armed Conflict: Cross-Disciplinary Perspective (Palgrave, 2011).
- Dr. Stuart Charmé received the Provost’s Award for Teaching Excellence in 2001 as well as the Joann Mower Endowed Prize in Teaching Excellence in 2007.
- Dr. Shin-yi Chao authored the book Daoist Rituals, State Religion and Popular Practices: Zhenwu Worship from Song to Ming (960-1644) (Routledge, 2010).
- Dr. Charles Jarrett authored the book Spinoza: A Guide for the Perplexed (Continuum, 2007).
- Dr. Melissa Yates is the author of several article on the political philosophies of Jurgen Habermas and John Rawls
- The median mid-career salary of philosophy majors exceeds that of majors in marketing, accounting, and business management.
Programs
- Majors (BA): philosophy, religion
- Minors: ethics, philosophy, religion