erhcho

Thanks for your reply. Two main reasons I'm looking at CSULA: 1. Location. Can't move right now. 2. I wasn't a Phil major or minor. CSULA seems to be a good way to make up for my lack of coursework. I haven't been able to find another MA program that will accept me with my lack of coursework. Are you aware of any other local (to me) programs that might be better options? Much appreciated.

It seems like a few people here have been or are currently in the Cal State LA MA program, so I thought this would be a good place to ask. The Philosophy department does not require letters of rec. However, the Cal State LA application (CSU Mentor) does have a space for three academic references. I have two strong references from a previous degree, but I am fishing around for a third. Likely, it will have to be more generic and not as strong. I get the feeling that the Department itself does not seem to care too much about references. I was wondering if those who have applied have any idea how seriously these academic references are used by the university and/or department. Thanks!