Philosophy at Swarthmore College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Philosophy bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (61 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swarthmore College | $32,513* | — | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $73,053* | $90,761 | $18,500 | 0.25 |
| Gettysburg College | $38,544* | — | $26,000 | 0.67 |
| University of Scranton | $32,513* | $52,951 | $27,000 | 0.83 |
| Temple University | $28,648* | $46,706 | $25,000 | 0.87 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania | $25,869* | $37,260 | $27,000 | 1.04 |
| National Median | $31,652* | — | $22,641 | 0.72 |
Other Philosophy Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $73,053 | $18,500 |
| Gettysburg College Gettysburg | $64,230 | $38,544 | $26,000 |
| University of Scranton Scranton | $52,309 | $32,513 | $27,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $28,648 | $25,000 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $10,507 | $25,869 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Swarthmore College, approximately 20% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.