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Best Philosophy Schools in Oregon

Oregon has 3 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 53 recent graduates. Graduates in Oregon earn $23,879 on average within two years — 19% below the national average of $29,380. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

3
Schools in OR
$23,879
OR Avg. Earnings
$29,380
National Avg.
147
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Oregon

Public Schools (2)
$26,433
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$18,771
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Oregon produce comparable or higher early earnings for Philosophy graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Philosophy Schools in Oregon, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Oregon logo

University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public

$24,267
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,030
Graduates: 25
Acceptance: 85.1%
#2
Portland State University logo

Portland State University

Portland, OR · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,484
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 90.9%
#3
Lewis & Clark College logo

Lewis & Clark College

Portland, OR · Private

$18,771
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Oregon?
University of Oregon ranks #1 for Philosophy in Oregon with median graduate earnings of $24,267 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Oregon?
Philosophy graduates in Oregon earn an average of $23,879 within two years of graduation. This is 19% below the national average of $29,380 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Oregon?
Lewis & Clark College is the most selective Philosophy program in Oregon with an acceptance rate of 74.5%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 83.5%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Oregon?
In Oregon, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $18,771 vs $26,433 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.

Other Popular Majors in Oregon

Computer Science $76,614 Construction Engineering $71,295 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,675 Manufacturing Engineering $69,338 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $68,168 Industrial Engineering $67,420 Chemical Engineering $63,600 Engineering, Other $62,991
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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.