Best Philosophy Schools in Georgia

Georgia has 3 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 79 recent graduates. Graduates in Georgia earn $25,881 on average within two years — 12% below the national average of $29,380. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Georgia State University graduates earn $28,055 while University of West Georgia graduates earn $16,663 — a $11,392 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

3
Schools in GA
$25,881
GA Avg. Earnings
$29,380
National Avg.
147
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Georgia

Public Schools (2)
$22,359
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$32,925
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $10,566 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Philosophy Schools in Georgia, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Georgia State University logo

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA · Public

$28,055
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,116
Graduates: 43
Acceptance: 62.3%
#2
Emory University logo

Emory University

Atlanta, GA · Private

$32,925
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $33,513
Graduates: 36
Acceptance: 11.1%
#3
University of West Georgia logo

University of West Georgia

Carrollton, GA · Public

$16,663
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 49.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Georgia?
Georgia State University ranks #1 for Philosophy in Georgia with median graduate earnings of $28,055 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Georgia?
Philosophy graduates in Georgia earn an average of $25,881 within two years of graduation. This is 12% below the national average of $29,380 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Georgia?
Emory University is the most selective Philosophy program in Georgia with an acceptance rate of 11.1%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 40.9%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Georgia?
In Georgia, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $32,925 vs $22,359 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.