Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy
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Practical Benefits of Philosophy
Not only is the study of philosophy interesting in its own right and a great complement to any major, but it also comes with a number of additional benefits. For example, philosophy majors have been shown to outperform nearly all others with respect to scores on graduate admissions tests.
Earning Power
Philosophy degrees have exceptional earning power, with hiring managers valuing the critical thinking they teach.
MoreTest Performance
Philosophy students outperform other disciplines on standardized general tests including the GMAT, LSAT, and GRE.
MoreConnection to Science
Many scientists argue that philosophy is crucial to good science, and philosophers frequently contribute directly to science.
MoreAdditional Links
- National Jurist: Classics, Philosophy majors do best when it comes to getting into law school – in addition to excellent test scores, Philosophy majors had the highest acceptance rate
- American Philosophical Association: Professional opportunities for philosophers – lists and links to many professions philosophy graduates end up in other than academia
- Entrepeneur: 5 reasons why Philosophy majors make great entrepreneurs – several skills you learn in philosophy classes have applications for the business world
- Scientific American: Physics needs Philosophy/Philosophy needs Physics – philosophers contribute heavily to science, and science drives philosophical thought
- Medium: How to become an exceptional writer by studying philosophy. Philosophy trains you to think in a way that will make you read and write with greater clarity and power.
- Harvard Business Review: Why Engineers Should Study Philosophy. The ability to develop crisp mental models around the problems you want to solve and understand the why before you start working on the how is an increasingly critical skill, especially in the age of AI.
For more ideas about what you can do with a philosophy degree, check out a few of our Alumni here!
