Philosophy Alumni - what they do after graduating from IWU

Megan W. ('11), a double major in Philosophy and Political Science, was awarded the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship, a $25,000 grant to complete post-graduate studies in another country. After graduating in May 2011, Megan left in August for South Africa to continue her education in peace and conflict studies at the University of Cape Town, focusing on women, their role in conflict and the effects of conflict. Megan's plans include volunteering at shelters for abused and homeless women.

Victoria J. ('09) currently works in the IWU Admissions Office as an Admissions Counselor.

Adam S. ('07).d After graduating from IWU,and working at several jobs (three different ones simultaneously), he decided to attend Stanford University and pursue a Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Maureen R. ('91) was a double major (Philosophy/Sociology) graduated from Northwestern Law School in 2000. She works in Chicago as an attorney specializing in pharmaceutical patent law. Maureen believes that her IWU education helped prepare her for graduate school and the work place by teaching her how to think and operate in a work environment and how to think critically and analyze difficult situations.

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How students with a BA in philosophy (i.e., no advanced or professional degrees) fare in terms of salary against people with only a BA in other areas: http://www.payscale.com/2008-best-colleges/degrees.asp

How philosophy students fare against others on the GRE: http://webb.nmu.edu/Departments/Philosophy/SiteSections/Resources/GRE_Scores_by_Intended_Major.pdf