Lake Forest College, which ranked 18th, was recognized in part for offering philosophy coursework that spans from ancient Greek philosophy and to modern analytical theory.

Rankings were based on academic breadth and depth, student support, and affordability using NCIS College Navigator database and program research.

The Best Values team said: “With devoted faculty and a comprehensive core curriculum, Lake Forest College is one of the most affordable and stimulating top colleges for a philosophy degree. In their first few years, Philosophy majors at Lake Forest all are required to take coursework that spans from ancient Greek philosophy and to modern analytical theory to guarantee that they acquire an appreciation for their intellectual forebears. In their senior year, they then utilize this foundation to produce a senior thesis or independent research project. Lake Forest is also home to an Ethics Center, which is devoted to studying social and politics issues around the globe.”

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