IUB Philosophy alums have thriving careers in a wide range of fields. Below are some of our alumni highlights:
B.A. ‘13, Philosophy + Biochemistry
M.D. ‘17, IU School of Medicine
Chief Medical Resident of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Read Dr. Berry's story
B.A. ‘10, English/Political Science + Philosophy
M.A. ‘14, Public Affairs, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Head of Public Affairs at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Read Alexa Lopez's story
B.A. ‘15, Philosophy
M.A., Journalism, University of British Columbia
Ph.D./J.D., currently studying Philosophy and Law at the University of Toronto
Read Nancy Wu's story
B.A. ‘19 Philosophy
Investment Performance Analyst, Callan Investment Consultants
Read Niko Katsinis' story
We prepare well-rounded, inquisitive, and innovative graduates to better the world. Our students pursue their passions while developing the skills that employers want and rewarding careers demand. Skills like communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and a sense of ethics. In a rapidly transforming job market, a degree in Philosophy can help make you “robot proof.”
Career outcomes for philosophy students are extremely positive. The national mid-career salary for philosophy majors is above $80,000, exceeding that of accounting and business administration majors. Philosophy majors have one of the highest percentage growth rates in salary from starting to mid-career.
Our Philosophy majors have a history of finding meaningful employment. According to surveys conducted by the College’s Walter Center for Career Achievement, 100% of majors seeking employment report that they found a job that uses their training in philosophy and is relevant to their career goals.
The average starting salary for IUB Philosophy majors is $56,000, one of the highest in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Recent IU Philosophy graduates have gone on to philosophy graduate schools, including UCLA, Oxford University, the University of Toronto, and other top-rated philosophy programs. Our graduates have also attended law school at the University of Michigan and Yale, IU Medical School, NYU School of Journalism, and graduate school in education and social work.
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