288 Bachelor's Programs in Philosophy in North America

Specializations within philosophy

Top universities for Philosophy in North America

Ranked by how many philosophy programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (7)
• University of Pennsylvania (5)
• Seattle University (4)
• Saint Louis University (4)
• Boston University (4)
• Wichita State University (4)
• La Sierra University (3)
• Fort Hays State University (3)
• Syracuse University (3)
• Penn State University (3)

January intake in North America

26 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Bachelor in Philosophy — University of Windsor · starts Jan 2027
• Bachelor in Philosophy — Temple University · starts Jan 2027
• Bachelor in Philosophy — The University of Winnipeg · starts Jan 2027
• Bachelor in Philosophy, B.A. — University of Wyoming · starts Jan 2028
• Bachelor in Philosophy — The University of Alabama at Birmingham · starts Jan 2027
• Bachelor in Philosophy — Arkansas State University · starts Jan 2027

Bachelors in Philosophy in North America: common questions

How many philosophy programs are there in North America?

288 philosophy bachelors programs at 228 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a philosophy degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for bachelor's programs in philosophy in North America is 32,595 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 21,595 USD and 45,083 USD a year.

Can I study philosophy in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the philosophy programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (288 of 288).

Are any of these philosophy programs available online?

5 of the 288 programs in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.