About this Program

The political and legal studies minor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies is aimed at students interested in social and political philosophy, particularly those planning to attend law school.


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Program Highlights

  • Courses equip you with versatile and marketable skills, including critical thinking, excellent verbal and written communication, and problem-solving

  • Our program provides access to real-world experiences such as conferences, clubs, service learning, and summer programs to enhance your resume

  • Passionate faculty invest in the success of every student and seek to support a diverse, and inclusive community of philosophical thinkers

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Philosophy at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½?
Students entering the Minor program in Philosophy should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.
  • For completion of a minor, a student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 in all upper-level courses specified as a requirement for the minor and complete a minimum of six hours in the minor through courses offered by Old Dominion University.

Transfer

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Careers

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$126,960 Median Salary

Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.

$141,890 Median Salary

Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.

$57,920 Median Salary

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

$53,910 Median Salary
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Cost

Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ tuition and fees page

Active Duty Military Rate
$250 / Cost Per-Credit
Virginia Resident
$281 / Cost Per-Credit
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
$453 / Cost Per-Credit
Non-Resident
$972 / Cost Per-Credit

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.

Contact

Professor and Chair

9010 BATTEN ARTS & LETTER BLDG
NORFOLK, VA 23529

Senior Lecturer

9014 BATTEN ARTS & LETTERS
NORFOLK, VA 23529