Philosophy at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Philosophy, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst sits in Amherst, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 philosophy graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Philosophy program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #17 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 185 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #17 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 185 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Students who complete University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Philosophy program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,509 |
| 2 years | $30,409 |
| 5 years | $46,469 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Philosophy graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Philosophy graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 45% women (15) and 55% men (18).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 30 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 47% were women (14) and 53% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 27% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, lower than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 2 master’s philosophy graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Philosophy Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 1 doctoral philosophy graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
The Philosophy program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 33 |
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. Here 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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