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Philosophy in Massachusetts

Philosophy Schools in Massachusetts

Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Massachusetts

There are 11,600 people in the state and 172,750 people in the nation working in Philosophy jobs.

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

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

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,834 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 11%, getting in takes some planning. 95% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Harvard University

Cambridge

Graduates earn a median salary of $92,518 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 3% of applicants. 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. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,493 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 35% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.

#5

Wellesley College

Wellesley

Graduates earn a median salary of $43,659 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 14% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $49,875 in their first year after graduation. About 83% of those who apply are admitted. 73% of full-time students return after their first year.

#7

Williams College

Williamstown

Graduates earn a median salary of $47,778 in their first year after graduation. About 10% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Philosophy Careers in MA

Some of the careers Philosophy majors go into include:

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