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Best Philosophy Schools in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 5 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 38 recent graduates. Graduates in Wisconsin earn $25,953 on average within two years — 12% below the national average of $29,504. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

5
Schools in WI
$25,953
WI Avg. Earnings
$29,504
National Avg.
120
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Wisconsin

Public Schools (3)
$25,348
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$26,860
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $1,512 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Philosophy Schools in Wisconsin, Ranked by Earnings

#1
M

Marquette University

Milwaukee, WI · Private

$29,685
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 87.4%
#2
U

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · Public

$28,236
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,717
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 43.4%
#3
U

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI · Public

$27,669
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 88.4%
#4
B

Beloit College

Beloit, WI · Private

$24,035
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 57.4%
#5
U

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, WI · Public

$20,140
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 73.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Wisconsin?
Marquette University ranks #1 for Philosophy in Wisconsin with median graduate earnings of $29,685 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Wisconsin?
Philosophy graduates in Wisconsin earn an average of $25,953 within two years of graduation. This is 12% below the national average of $29,504 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Wisconsin?
University of Wisconsin-Madison is the most selective Philosophy program in Wisconsin with an acceptance rate of 43.4%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 70.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $26,860 vs $25,348 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Wisconsin

Computer Engineering $73,755 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,823 Industrial Engineering $67,611 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods $65,461 Construction Management $63,643 Computer Programming $62,260 Civil Engineering $62,210 Computer and Information Sciences, General $61,271
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.