Alverno College is a small liberal arts school that offers philosophy as one of its 60 areas of academic study. A women's college, it had an undergraduate student body of just over 2,300 in 2010, with an average class size of about 20 to 25. The study of philosophy at Alverno is a four-year pursuit that begins with introductory courses in psychology, social science and the arts and humanities, and concludes with specific focus on areas such as alternative world views and American philosophy.
One of the smaller four-year colleges in Wisconsin, Mount Mary College had a student body of 1,443 in 2010. The small women's school, which is Catholic affiliated, offers more than 60 fields of academic study, including philosophy. Its philosophy program offers a "flexible, focused approach to philosophy" that, according to the school, appeals specifically to women. The study of philosophy is encouraged as just one area of a double major focus; most philosophy students also major in another academic field.
A private Catholic college, Cardinal Stritch University offers 30 fields of study at its College of Arts and Sciences, including a minor in philosophy. It has just over 3,000 undergraduates, and with a tuition of about $20,000 in 2010, is one of the most affordable private schools in Wisconsin. Those studying philosophy must complete 21 credits, including required courses like ethics. Many students choose a philosophy minor to prepare themselves for a broader education at the graduate level.
With a student body of under 900, Wisconsin Lutheran School is one of the smallest colleges in the state. A private religious school, it maintains an affiliation with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod, which was founded in the city of Milwaukee in 1850. The college combines the study of philosophy with faith; students adhere to their studies with a "CHRISTocentric" focus, and the major is used as preparation for a variety of careers, from law and medicine to journalism. To complete a major in philosophy, 33 credits are required.