Doctoral Degree   USA

Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Philosophy

254 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

254 Colleges
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πŸŽ“ Doctoral Degree

Showing 241–254 of 254 colleges

Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.5%
Annual cost
$82,842/yr
Grad earnings
$101,817
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Mar 31 Fee $85
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Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.5%
Annual cost
$82,842/yr
Grad earnings
$101,817
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $85
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Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$85,120/yr
Grad earnings
$100,533
SAT avg
1,534
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 2 Decision Mar 31 Fee $80
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Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$85,120/yr
Grad earnings
$100,533
SAT avg
1,534
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $80
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Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 25.1%
Annual cost
$80,866/yr
Grad earnings
$100,423
SAT avg
1,466
ACT mid
33
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Apr 1 Fee $80
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Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 25.1%
Annual cost
$80,866/yr
Grad earnings
$100,423
SAT avg
1,466
ACT mid
33
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 15 Fee $80
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Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 25.1%
Annual cost
$80,866/yr
Grad earnings
$100,423
SAT avg
1,466
ACT mid
33
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 15 Fee $80
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Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 25.1%
Annual cost
$80,866/yr
Grad earnings
$100,423
SAT avg
1,466
ACT mid
33
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $80
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Philosophy in USA?
254 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Philosophy in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Philosophy in USA?
Columbia University in the City of New York leads with median graduate earnings of $102,491 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Philosophy colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Philosophy programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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