Philosophy at Boston University
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, you may want to check out the program at Boston University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Boston University is in Boston, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 77 philosophy graduations were recorded at Boston University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boston University
Many students take online classes at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at Boston University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boston University’s Philosophy program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #9 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 185 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #140 of 183 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #9 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 185 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #140 of 183 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from Boston University
Graduates of Boston University’s Philosophy program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,276 |
| 2 years | $26,353 |
| 4 years | $47,043 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Philosophy graduates from Boston University take home a median $47,043, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Philosophy graduates from Boston University is $25,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Philosophy graduates at Boston University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Philosophy graduates at Boston University are 57% women (44) and 43% men (33).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at Boston University
Of the 67 bachelor’s philosophy graduates at Boston University, 52% were women (35) and 48% were men (32).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University, higher than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at Boston University
Of the 2 master’s philosophy degrees awarded at Boston University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Boston University, higher than the national average of 23%.*
Philosophy Doctoral Program at Boston University
Of the 8 doctoral philosophy degrees awarded at Boston University, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Boston University, above the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at Boston University
The Philosophy program at Boston University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 77 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy program at Boston University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Philosophy graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Mathematicians | $66,238 |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $40,564 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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