by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in the Middle Atlantic Region to review for the 2025 Best Philosophy & Religious Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Doctor's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Philosophy & Religious Studies Doctor's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list, to help you choose the best school for you.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a doctor's degree in philosophy & religious studies.
University of Pennsylvania is a wonderful decision for individuals pursuing a doctor's degree in philosophy & religious studies. Located in the large city of Philadelphia, UPenn is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a doctorate in philosophy & religious studies from University of Pennsylvania
Explore the best philosophy & religious studies colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 30 | 99 |
| Maryland | 29 | 5 |
| Pennsylvania | 29 | 36 |
| New Jersey | 28 | 16 |
| District of Columbia | 24 | 10 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Philosophy | 112 |
| Religious Studies | 47 |
| General Philosophy & Religious Studies | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 832 |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | 287 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | 248 |
| English Language & Literature | 225 |
| History | 173 |
| Communication & Journalism | 88 |
| Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies | 84 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | 24 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | 19 |