<p>Between wheaton in Illinois and Calvin in Michigan, does anyone know who has the better philosophy department? Both have the majority of faculty from highly-ranked graduate programs in philosophy. The main difference as far as I can tell is that Calvin is larger. Does anyone have experience at either one of these colleges? Thanks.</p>
<p>Wow! It is a relief to see these colleges listed. I can't help you on the whole philosophy thing, but I know a little about both schools since most of my school goes to Calvin upon graduation and some go to Wheaton(Wheaton is a little more prestigous and selective than Calvin). I have persononally talked to a Philosophy major at Calvin and he really liked their program, however, I can't compare them for you. Just thought I would comment because I know these schools and rarely see them on CC.</p>
<p>Calvin's program is excellent. Did Alvin Platinga not attend?</p>
<p>Brownorbust - Thanks for the comments, I've narrowed it down to these two schools, and overall I like wheaton better, but I have a feeling calvin's philosophy program is better. </p>
<p>nspeds - Alvin plantinga left harvard to attend calvin (as a matter of fact I was just reading his online autobiography). He used to be a professor there, but is now teaching at notre dame. I think his son also teaches computer science there (calvin), which I may either minor in or double major in.</p>
<p>Just some advice I want to offer:
- I have spent some time at Wheaton and alot of time at Calvin(as I live a half hour away) just chilling, and would say that Calvin offers much more to do and overall is a more exciting campus
- Merit Aid is much better at Calvin, whereas at Wheaton they divide it amongst all of the students.</p>
<p>But best of luck at either of these great schools!</p>
<p>The Calvin student body and faculty also tend to be a little less conservative than Wheaton's.</p>
<p>Yeah, I've heard that too. Calvin had like 1/3 of their faculty sign a protest against some of the presidents actions when he visited their campus.</p>
<p>I get that vibe too. Wheaton is through and through all about their mission statement - "for Christ and His Kingdom" or something along those lines. Calvin seems to be less focused in this regard, from what I hear. I have no direct experience with Calvin. And yes, it is SO refreshing to hear these two schools mentioned.</p>