FAQs
As a new academic offering, the Ethics major and the Bachelor of Philosophy degree often raise questions among prospective students and families. Explore the frequently asked questions below to learn more about admissions, curriculum, research opportunities, and life as an Ethics student at Baylor.
The Ethics major is an interdisciplinary degree that examines questions of morality, human flourishing, justice, responsibility, and the common good. Students explore ethical issues through coursework in philosophy, theology, history, political science, and related disciplines.
The Ethics major is jointly offered by Baylor's Honors College and College of Arts & Sciences, making it a unique collaborative degree. Students benefit from the expertise of faculty across multiple disciplines and get to utilize the academic communities of both Colleges.
The Ethics major is well suited for students interested in law, medicine, public policy, ministry, business, graduate study, or academic research.
No. The Ethics major is offered exclusively within the Bachelor of Philosophy (B.Phil.) degree program. Students admitted to the Ethics major complete all B.Phil. degree requirements, including a secondary major outside the Honors College and a senior thesis through the Honors Program.
Yes, research is a central component of the B.Phil. degree. All Ethics majors will complete a senior thesis through the Honors Program.
Students interested in the Ethics major must complete the Elite Academic Programs Application through goBAYLOR. The application allows students to share more about their academic interests, achievements, and goals as part of the selective admissions process.
Admission to the Ethics major is highly selective and holistic. Successful applicants typically rank near the top of their graduating class, have a GPA of 3.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale, and earn scores above 1450 on the SAT, 33 on the ACT, or 100 on the CLT. Beyond academic achievement, the admissions committee looks for students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, a love of learning, strong writing and critical thinking skills, and a desire to engage deeply with complex questions and ideas.
Yes. Although the Ethics major is jointly offered by the Honors College and the College of Arts & Sciences, students in the program are members of the Honors College community and are eligible to live in the Honors Residential College (HRC).
The Ethics major is designed for a small cohort of approximately 10 to 15 students each year. Admission is competitive and seeks students with exceptional academic ability.