Program Analysis
At $30,182/yr, Philosophy graduates from University of California-Los Angeles land near the $32,297 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
The earnings-to-cost ratio of 10.0x 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 11% gap from the optimistic case.
The median debt load of $15,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
Ranked #39 of 77 Philosophy programs, University of California-Los Angeles falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.
Five-year earnings of $53,585 show a 78% jump from the $30,182 starting point — strong upward trajectory suggesting real career acceleration.