Philosophy

Bachelor's degree · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC

CIP 38.01

$34,284Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,709Median earnings 4 years after
$59,952Median earnings 5 years after
$14,618Median federal debt
45Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Philosophy at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earn a median of $34,284 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 $14,618, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Philosophy (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte
$29,251$23,750
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro
$20,287$20,373

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Philosophy graduates from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill make?

The median salary is $34,284 one year after graduation and $59,952 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,618.

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