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2025 Best Philosophy Bachelor's Degree Schools in District of Columbia

2 Colleges in District of Columbia
90 Bachelor's Degrees
Philosophy is above average in terms of popularity with it being the #61 most popular bachelor's degree program in the country. So, you have a fair amount of options to choose from when looking for a school.

In 2025, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Philosophy Bachelor's Degree Schools in District of Columbia ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 90 bachelor's degrees in philosophy to qualified students.

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Average Early-Career Salaries

Average early-career salary of those graduating with their bachelor's degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. After all, your bachelor's degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.

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The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.

Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for philosophy students working on their bachelor's degree.

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Best Schools for Bachelor’s Students to Study Philosophy in District of Columbia

Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a bachelor's degree in philosophy.

Top District of Columbia Schools for a Bachelor's in Philosophy

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30 Annual Graduates

Catholic University of America is a great decision for individuals interested in a bachelor's degree in philosophy. CUA is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the city of Washington.More information about a bachelor’s in philosophy from Catholic University of America

2
25 Annual Graduates

It's difficult to beat George Washington University if you want to pursue a bachelor's degree in philosophy. Located in the city of Washington, GWU is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population.More information about a bachelor’s in philosophy from George Washington University

Best Philosophy Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region

Explore all the Best Philosophy Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
New York 275 702
Pennsylvania 274 612
Maryland 207 144
New Jersey 193 142
Delaware 130 16

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Philosophy is one of 3 different types of Philosophy & Religious Studies programs to choose from.

Philosophy Concentrations

Major Annual Graduates
Philosophy 90

Related Major Annual Graduates
Religious Studies 21

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