Philosophy at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Philosophy & Religious Studies Bachelor's CIP 38.0101

Total Graduates

11

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

91%

10 of 11

Female Graduates

9%

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Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Philosophy

Bachelor's 11 grads Bachelor's 8 grads Master's 1 grads DOCTORAL 2 grads

Program Popularity

#160
of 675 colleges nationally
76.3%
Produces more graduates than 76.3% of colleges offering this program
5,671
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Philosophy.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 38.0101
Program Family Philosophy & Religious Studies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 11 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 91% male, 9% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

Primary Occupation
$78,050
Median Annual Salary
$47,550 $134,910
10th percentile 90th percentile
20,840 employed nationally +0.7% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$78,050

10-Year Job Growth

+0.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$62,440+0.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$58,538

Peak Salary

$97,563

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (9)

Reading Comprehension
Instructing
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Writing
Learning Strategies
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

S
Social
I
Investigative
A
Artistic

helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; creative expression and innovation

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Empathetic
Patient
Analytical
Curious
Creative
Imaginative

💡 Interests

Helping others
Teaching
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Creative design
Artistic expression

Work Values

Active Listening
Instructing
Helping others
Knowledge
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; creative expression and innovation?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Amherst, MA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $16,591
Out-of-State Tuition $38,527
Average Net Price $22,954

Program Information

CIP Code: 38.0101
CIP Family: 38
IPEDS ID:
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