Philosophy

Bachelor's degree · University of Maryland-College Park · College Park, MD

CIP 38.01

$35,608Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$64,846Median earnings 4 years after

$59,449Median earnings 5 years after

$19,500Median federal debt

51Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Philosophy at University of Maryland-College Park earn a median of $35,608 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $54,455 four years after graduating (middle half: $34,926–$78,043). Median debt is $19,500, about 55% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Philosophy graduates from University of Maryland-College Park make?

The median salary is $35,608 one year after graduation and $59,449 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.