Best Philosophy Schools in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 10 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 114 recent graduates. Graduates in Pennsylvania earn $33,067 on average within two years — 13% above the national average of $29,380, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: University of Pennsylvania graduates earn $61,516 while Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania graduates earn $24,035 — a $37,481 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in PA

$33,067

PA Avg. Earnings

$29,380

National Avg.

147

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Pennsylvania

Public Schools (6)

$25,397

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$45,851

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $20,454 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Philosophy Schools in Pennsylvania, Ranked by Earnings

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$61,516

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $61,331

Graduates: 90

Acceptance: 5.9%

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$24,421

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 54.2%

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$24,421

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 80.3%

University of Scranton

Scranton, PA · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $18,830

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 84.4%

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Pittsburgh, PA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 49.7%

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$49,683

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 11.4%

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA · Public

$29,685

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 82.9%

Gettysburg College

Gettysburg, PA · Private

$26,353

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 47.5%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine

Media, PA · Public

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, PA · Public

$24,035

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 74.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Pennsylvania?

University of Pennsylvania ranks #1 for Philosophy in Pennsylvania with median graduate earnings of $61,516 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.

How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Pennsylvania?

Philosophy graduates in Pennsylvania earn an average of $33,067 within two years of graduation. This is 13% above the national average of $29,380 for this major.

What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Pennsylvania?

University of Pennsylvania is the most selective Philosophy program in Pennsylvania with an acceptance rate of 5.9%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 58.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $45,851 vs $25,397 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Pennsylvania

Computer Science $73,789 Chemical Engineering $71,780 Business/Managerial Economics $71,719 Computer Engineering $71,107 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $67,419 Architectural Engineering $66,081 Computer and Information Sciences, General $64,679 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,105

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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.