Best colleges for Philosophy in Massachusetts
Program-level earnings — not school prestige — rank these. Among the Massachusetts programs in the federal field-of-study file, Boston College leads: its Philosophy graduates earn a median $97,519 four years after finishing, against the field's $54,455 national median. (Scorecard field-of-study, 2026.)
| # | College | Grad earnings, 4 yrs | Vs field median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston College | $97,519 | +$43,064 |
| 2 | University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $68,629 | +$14,174 |
| 3 | Boston University | $68,026 | +$13,571 |
Frequently asked questions
Which Massachusetts college is best for Philosophy?
By graduate earnings, Boston College — its Philosophy bachelor's graduates earn a median $97,519 four years out, the highest of the 3 Massachusetts programs in the federal file.
What do Philosophy graduates earn in Massachusetts?
Across the ranked Massachusetts programs, median earnings four years after completion run from $68,026 to $97,519. The field's national median is $54,455.
Is a Philosophy degree worth it?
On national medians, yes — Philosophy graduates earn $6,095/yr above the $48,360 high-school baseline. See the full field profile for payback math.