Iowa State University

Iowa State University

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Career Options -
What can I do with a B.A. in Philosophy?

You've got four options:
    1. You can continue studying Philosophy in graduate school, pursuing an M.A. (Master of Arts) in Philosophy, or a Ph.D. (Doctorate in Philosophy). You may also consider graduate studies in non-Philosophy programs that accept students with Philosophy degrees.
      • Click HERE for information and advice on graduate studies in Philosophy.
    2. You can apply to professional schools, like Medical School or Law School, or consider a professional graduate program, like a Master of Business Administration. Philosophy majors as a group do very well on graduate and professional school admission tests like the GRE, LSAT, MCAT and GMAT.
      • Click HERE for more information on professional schools and grad programs
    3. You can get a job!
      • Click HERE for information on career opportunities and career planning advice for undergraduate Philosophy majors
    4. Conquer the world?
      • What do Alexander the Great, Thomas Jefferson, T.S. Elliot, Susan Sarandon, Woody Allen, Bruce Lee, and Moby have in common? They all studied philosophy! Click HERE for some thoughts on the role of philosophy in the thought and work of people who have made a real impact on the world.