Philosophy
Bachelor's degree · Iowa State University · Ames, IA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,985Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Earnings for this program are not published because too few graduates were matched to federal records. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $54,455 four years after graduating (middle half: $34,926–$78,043).
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Frequently asked questions
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,985.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.