Program Analysis
Rutgers University-Camden's Philosophy graduates start at $40,113/yr — above the $32,297 national average, though not by a wide margin.
The earnings-to-cost ratio of 8.5x signals a solid financial return — projected decade earnings comfortably exceed the tuition investment.
Some AI exposure exists in Philosophy's typical career paths, with 64% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 13% gap from the optimistic case.
Median debt of $21,625 represents roughly 6 months of the $40,113 starting salary — a manageable burden by most borrower standards.
At #9 of 77 nationally, this is a top-5% Philosophy program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.
Five-year earnings of $62,015 show a 55% jump from the $40,113 starting point — strong upward trajectory suggesting real career acceleration.