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program overview

program overview

we all want to know the answers to the so-called “big questions” of life. so seek them in an intellectually satisfying way at lipscomb. there are no gimmicks or trends here.  we're following the time-honored, socratic method of pursuing truth — and doing so in dialogue with the christian intellectual tradition.

we approach the study of philosophy by reading the classics and by wrestling with ideas and reasons in civil debate with one another. what makes an action right as opposed to wrong?  what is knowledge, and can we have it?  does anything at all make life meaningful?  how can an all-powerful and good god allow evil to occur?  what distinguishes cogent from fallacious reasoning, and how can we best analyze and assess arguments?  what is the nature of truth, beauty, goodness, and freedom?   

you'll study the work of the greatest minds in western history. and you'll learn to identify and evaluate the fundamental assumptions that shape how we think about the world — and ourselves. use the skills you develop in philosophy to pursue internships and job opportunities in a variety of fields, including government, politics, and history. or continue onto law school, business school, or graduate school to hone your focus even further.

courses

courses

100%

graduate school acceptance rate

study abroad

see the world — whether it’s italy, austria, costa rica, england or another country. career opportunities will open for you as you sharpen your foreign language skills. gain the international experience and cross-cultural communication skills you’ll need in our global economy.

job placement

with a top-tier university education on your resume, you’ll be in high demand, whether you choose to launch your career or begin graduate school. most of our programs have a placement rate of at least 90 percent within six months of graduation.

nashville, tn

a big city. an even bigger opportunity. we consider nashville, tennessee, an extension of our classroom, and as a leading city in many industries, that means you’ll gain experience and insight you won’t find anywhere else.

98%

job placement rate

our faculty

  • lee mayo headshot

    lee mayo

    adjunct faculty

    lee mayo has been teaching at lipscomb since 2013. while his research centers primarily on the history and philosophy of science, he is also interested in various topics within science...

    meet lee mayo