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Philosophy in Massachusetts

Philosophy Schools in Massachusetts

Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 11,600 people employed in jobs related to a Philosophy degree, compared to 172,750 nationwide.

Philosophy Jobs Nationwide vs. MA

Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, Philosophy grads earn an average of $198,406. Nationwide, they make an average of $139,772.

Philosophy Wages Nationwide vs. MA

Our data covers 7 colleges in Massachusetts offering Philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,834 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 11% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.

#2

Harvard University

Cambridge

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $92,518 a year. With an admission rate of 3%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 99%.

#3

Tufts University

Medford

Graduates earn a median salary of $63,641 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $44,493 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 35% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.

#5

Wellesley College

Wellesley

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,659 a year. About 14% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $49,875 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 83% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 73%.

#7

Williams College

Williamstown

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,778 a year. The school admits about 10% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

Philosophy Careers in MA

Some of the careers Philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary 14% $40,564
Clinical Research Coordinators 10% $110,931
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $132,227
Mathematicians 9% $66,238
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary 4% $71,584
Water Resource Specialists 0% $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Philosophy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Religious Studies 9,248
Other Philosophy & Religion 224
General Philosophy & Religion 184

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