Best colleges for Philosophy in Wisconsin
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee award the most Philosophy degrees in Wisconsin: 56, 32 and 14 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 14 Wisconsin colleges offer Philosophy and award 168 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Philosophy program offers a systematic study of fundamental questions related to existence, knowledge, mind, reason, language, and value. It is designed for students interested in engaging in rational and critical inquiry, reflecting…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison Public · Bachelor's degree | $35,975 | 56 | 90% | — | $24,216 |
| 2 | University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point Public · Bachelor's degree | $31,662 | 32 | 51% | — | $23,380 |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $34,666 | 14 | 49% | — | $25,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Philosophy degrees in Wisconsin
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison Public | 56 | $35,975 |
| 2 | University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point Public | 32 | $31,662 |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee Public | 14 | $34,666 |
| 4 | University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 5 | Marquette University Milwaukee Private not-for-profit | 11 | Not reported |
| 6 | Saint Norbert College De Pere Private not-for-profit | 9 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 8 | Lawrence University Appleton Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 9 | Beloit College Beloit Private not-for-profit | 5 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse Public | 4 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 Wisconsin colleges offering Philosophy
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh | Oshkosh | Public | 4 |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire | Eau Claire | Public | 2 |
| University of Wisconsin-Parkside | Kenosha | Public | 2 |
| Carroll University | Waukesha | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Philosophy programs in Wisconsin.
Which Wisconsin colleges award the most Philosophy degrees?+
University of Wisconsin-Madison (56 graduates a year), University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (32 graduates a year) and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (14 graduates a year) award the most Philosophy degrees in Wisconsin, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 14 Wisconsin colleges offer Philosophy.
Which Philosophy program in Wisconsin has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Wisconsin-Madison tops the list at $35,975. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Philosophy program?+
The Philosophy program offers a systematic study of fundamental questions related to existence, knowledge, mind, reason, language, and value. It is designed for students interested in engaging in rational and critical inquiry, reflecting…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop mathematics, critical thinking, reading comprehension, active learning, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Mathematicians?+
The national job outlook is about -0.7% growth with around 100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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