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Post University Transfer Credit · Philosophy 200

PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Principles of Philosophy — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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Principles of Philosophy — transfers as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy at Post University
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Principles of Philosophy
Philosophy 200 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Post University recognizes as
PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: PHL 101
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
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What you'll learn

A full semester of principles of philosophy, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Identify and explain fundamental philosophical concepts, including epistemology, ethics, and value theory, as a foundation for philosophical inquiry
  • ✓Classify and compare major philosophical traditions and perspectives — such as rationalism, empiricism, and feminist ethics — to understand their historical and conceptual distinctions
  • ✓Apply logical reasoning and argumentation to evaluate ethical dilemmas and contemporary societal issues
  • ✓Analyze philosophical texts and arguments, identifying key ideas, underlying assumptions, and broader implications
  • ✓Construct and defend arguments on topics such as freedom, justice, and human rights using diverse moral theories like consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to Philosophy Critical Thinking & Research Early History of Philosophy Classical Philosophy Logic & Reasoning Informal Fallacies Religion & Philosophy Free Will & Cosmology Epistemology Rationalism & Empiricism Value Theory & Metaethics Normative Moral Theory Consequentialism & Deontology Virtue Ethics & Feminist Ethics Applied Ethics Political Philosophy Contemporary Social Theories
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy.

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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

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Frequently asked questions

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📚 About Principles of Philosophy
What is Principles of Philosophy?
Principles of Philosophy is a college-level course that explores human behavior, social patterns, and psychological or sociological frameworks. It is Philosophy 200 — a standard lower-division course worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to analyze philosophical arguments, apply key ethical theories, evaluate logical reasoning, and think critically about epistemological and moral questions — skills valued in counseling, education, research, law, and social services.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy at Post
Does Post University accept Principles of Philosophy as a direct equivalent to their PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's Principles of Philosophy is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Principles of Philosophy as transferring as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy, Post typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Philosophy as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists Principles of Philosophy → PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Principles of Philosophy, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Principles of Philosophy for your Post credit.

What is Principles of Philosophy?

Principles of Philosophy introduces the basic questions philosophers ask about knowledge, reality, morality, religion, and human freedom. It also shows how to read arguments carefully, spot weak reasoning, and compare different ways of thinking about the same issue. In a course like this, you study both classic ideas and the methods used to examine them.

How the course teaches you

Principles of Philosophy is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish and the transcript is sent to Post University, Post recognizes the course as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy, a named course equivalency rather than a generic elective.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds skills in reading arguments, testing reasoning, and comparing views on knowledge, ethics, freedom, and justice, which are useful in work and everyday decision-making. At Post University, that credit can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy may fit into the plan as an established course match.

Skills you walk away with

Identify core philosophical concepts such as epistemology, ethics, and value theoryCompare rationalism, empiricism, and other major philosophical traditionsSpot informal fallacies and weak argumentsAnalyze philosophical texts for main ideas and assumptionsUse logical reasoning to evaluate ethical dilemmasBuild arguments using consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethicsDiscuss freedom, justice, and human rights with philosophical support

Taking this course toward Post

After you complete the course, the transcript is sent to Post University for review. Post's registrar applies the course as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy, which is a named course equivalency and the strongest form of transfer recognition because it maps directly to a specific catalog course. That can help the credit slot cleanly into your degree plan in programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, rather than leaving you with an unspecified elective. Keep in mind that Post accepts up to 30 credits, or 25% of a degree, and the course must be completed with a 73% (C) or better to transfer.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical option for students who want a philosophy requirement or a clear transfer match into Post University, especially if they are balancing school with work and need an online format. It is also a good fit for students who want the stronger recognition of a named equivalency, since Post lists it as PHL 101 – Introduction to Philosophy and allows up to 30 transfer credits total. It is not the best choice for someone who needs a course that transfers without meeting the 73% (C) minimum or for a student trying to move far more than Post's transfer cap allows.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate
📋 Post University × UPI Study transfer pathway → NECHE accredited since 1972

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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