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2023 Most Popular Philosophy Doctor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania

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$96,764 Avg Salary

Finding the Best Philosophy Doctor's Degree School for You

In 2020-2021, 692 degrees and certificates were awarded to philosophy students who went to a Pennsylvania college or university. This makes it the #65 most popular major in the state.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

The Most Popular Philosophy Doctor's Degree Schools in Pennsylvania ranking is one of many tools that Course Advisor has developed to help you make your educational decision. Our analysis looked at 6 schools in Pennsylvania to see which doctor's degree programs were the most popular for students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the Philosophy program at each school on the list.

Check out the philosophy doctor's degree programs at these schools if you want to attend one of the most popular in Pennsylvania.

#1

Villanova University

Villanova, PA

Our analysis found Villanova University to be the most popular school for philosophy students who want to pursue a doctor’s degree in Pennsylvania. Located in the large suburb of Villanova, Villanova is a private not-for-profit school with a large student population.

Of the 7 students majoring in philosophy at Villanova, 57% are male and 43% are female.

Full Philosophy at Villanova University Report

#2

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PA

Out of the 6 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, Duquesne University landed the # 2 spot on the list. Duquesne is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit school located in the large city of Pittsburgh.

Women make up 33% of the philosophy majors at the school.

Full Philosophy at Duquesne University Report

The in-demand doctor’s degree programs at University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular philosophy schools in Pennsylvania. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Pitt is a public college with a very large student population.

Of the 4 students majoring in philosophy at Pitt, 75% are male and 25% are female.

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#4

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA

Out of the 6 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, Temple University landed the # 4 spot on the list. Temple is a very large public school located in the large city of Philadelphia.

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#4

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means Carnegie Mellon University is a great place for philosophy students working on their doctor’s degree. Carnegie Mellon is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Pittsburgh.

About 50% of the students majoring in philosophy at the school are women while 50% are male.

Full Philosophy at Carnegie Mellon University Report

#4

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

Out of the 6 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, University of Pennsylvania landed the # 4 spot on the list. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, UPenn is a private not-for-profit school with a very large student population.

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Best Philosophy Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region

Explore all the Most Popular Philosophy Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
New York 876
Maryland 160
New Jersey 155
District of Columbia 142
Delaware 16

Philosophy is one of 3 different types of programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Religious Studies 9,470
Other Philosophy & Religious Studies 285
General Philosophy & Religious Studies 184

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 6 schools only.

  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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