Information on the Practical Value of Philosophy

NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE ARTICLES

"A Liberal Arts Degree Is More Valuable Than Learning Any Trade," Forbes, 13 November 2012.

"Philosophy--What's the Use?," New York Times, 25 January 2012.

"Philosophy Valued At One Community College," All Things Considered, January 2011.

"Philosophy is Back in Business," Business Week, January 2010. 

“Learn Philosophy: The classic discipline can help with contemporary dilemmas and modern careers,” U.S. News & World Report, 18 December 2008.

“Philosophy’s Makeover: Why job prospects for philosophy grads are brightening,” University Affairs, 3 November 2008.

 “In a New Generation of College Students, Many Opt for the Life Examined,” New York Times, 6 April 2008.

"The Rise in Stock of Philosophy Graduates: I Think, Therefore I Earn," The Guardian, 20 November 2007.

"Think On: Philosophy is a quintessentially modern discipline," The London Times, 15 August 1998.

“Philosophers Find the Degree Pays Off in Life and in Work,” New York Times, 26 December 1997.

“How to Get to the Top — Study Philosophy,” Globe and Mail, 2 January 1990.

STATISTICAL DATA

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Salary by undergraduate major

OTHER USEFUL LINKS

“How Does Philosophy Relate to my Career?”

“What Can You Do with a Philosophy Degree?”

"What Can You Do with a Humanities Degree?"

“The Usefulness of Philosophy to Society”  (audio)

“The Benefits of Studying Philosophy”  (audio)

“Philosophy: A Brief Guide for Undergraduates”