Best Philosophy Schools in Washington

Washington has 4 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 160 recent graduates. Graduates earn $30,280 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $29,504.

4
Schools in WA
$30,280
WA Avg. Earnings
$29,504
National Avg.
120
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Washington

Public Schools (3)
$30,841
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$28,598
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Washington produce comparable or higher early earnings for Philosophy graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Philosophy Schools in Washington, Ranked by Earnings

#1
U

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA · Public

$33,664
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $36,290
Graduates: 71
Acceptance: 42.5%
#2
U

University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, WA · Public

$33,664
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $36,290
Graduates: 71
Acceptance: 91.8%
#3
U

University of Puget Sound

Tacoma, WA · Private

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 76.3%
#4
W

Western Washington University

Bellingham, WA · Public

$25,194
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $19,765
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 91.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Washington?
University of Washington-Seattle Campus ranks #1 for Philosophy in Washington with median graduate earnings of $33,664 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Washington?
Philosophy graduates in Washington earn an average of $30,280 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $29,504 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Washington?
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is the most selective Philosophy program in Washington with an acceptance rate of 42.5%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 75.5%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Washington?
In Washington, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $28,598 vs $30,841 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.