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Philosophy Schools in Massachusetts

81 students earned Philosophy degrees in Massachusetts in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Philosophy is the 108th most popular major out of a total 245 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Massachusetts

Philosophy majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 48
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 24
Post-Master’s Certificate 9
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 9

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a philosophy major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.4%
  • White: 55.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.0%
  • Other Races: 12.3%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Massachusetts

There are 6,440 people in the state and 137,190 people in the nation working in philosophy jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, philosophy grads earn an average of $92,200. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,140.

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There are 7 colleges in Massachusetts that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

56% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

#2

Harvard University

Cambridge
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

72% of students get financical aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $13,872. The student loan default rate of 0.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 53% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $30,395. The student loan default rate is 1.40% which is lower than average.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

72% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. The 1.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#4

Tufts University

Medford
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 65%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

99% of the teachers are full time. The 0.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 3 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $52,450 after earning their degree at this institution. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

Philosophy Careers in MA

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 16% $78,120
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $164,590
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $75,910

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to philosophy.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Religious Studies 43
General Philosophy & Religion 4

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