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Pursue a Major in Philosophy and Religion | Samford University

Pursue a Major in Philosophy and Religion at Samford University, where you’ll explore deep questions of existence, faith, and ethics while preparing for diverse career paths.
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Bachelor of Arts
Philosophy & Religion
This major promotes rational inquiry and deeper understanding of key issues at the intersection of faith and religion.

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Is This Program for Me?

Do you find yourself asking life’s biggest questions about truth, morality, justice, or God? Are you drawn to exploring the complex relationship between faith and reason? If so, Samford’s Philosophy and Religion major may be the perfect fit for your academic and spiritual journey.

This program invites students to examine key themes at the heart of both philosophical and religious traditions. You'll explore topics such as evil and suffering, the nature of reality, and the possibility of life after death, all while developing the intellectual tools to engage with these questions with clarity and confidence.

What Makes Us Different?

At Samford, philosophy is more than abstract theory—it’s a living conversation between ancient wisdom and contemporary challenges, grounded in the Christian intellectual tradition.

Integrated Study of Philosophy and Religion

Explore both secular and religious philosophical perspectives, including the works of Plato, Augustine, Kant, Kierkegaard, and more.

Ethical and Moral Formation

Courses help shape your moral vision in a way that aligns with Samford’s mission to equip students for thoughtful, ethical engagement with the world.

Distinguished Faculty

Our professors are committed to mentoring students in small class settings, fostering deep discussion and personal growth.

Faith-Focused Inquiry

Our professors are committed to mentoring students in small class settings, fostering deep discussion and personal growth.

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Shape Your Academic Journey

Students in the Philosophy and Religion program customize their education through a broad range of electives and interdisciplinary opportunities across the College of Arts and Sciences. You’ll also develop core skills that prepare you for both graduate study and meaningful leadership across many fields.

Sample Areas of Study

  • Metaphysics and the nature of reality
  • Logic, ethics, and justice
  • The problem of evil and suffering
  • Arguments for the existence of God
  • Comparative religion and the study of faith traditions
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Prepare to Succeed

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The Philosophy and Religion major at Samford equips students with the skills most in-demand by today’s employers: critical thinking, ethical reasoning, persuasive communication, and problem-solving. Whether your path leads to graduate school, seminary, law, business, or public service, you’ll be prepared to engage with depth, clarity, and purpose.

Career Opportunities

  • Philosophy or religion professor
  • Law school or health sciences graduate
  • Seminary or ministerial training
  • Business ethics consultant
  • Nonprofit leader or policy advisor
  • Journalist or editor
  • Manager, strategist, or communicator in diverse sectors
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“Thanks to the engaged and insightful philosophy faculty at Samford, I learned to approach issues in both work and day-to-day life in a more critical, informed way.

“I still use the philosophical thinking I developed at Samford—whether I’m critiquing musical structures or working through ethical problems. These skills are invaluable.”

— Garrett Brown '13 
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