An Online Philosophy Degree: Your Key to a Clever Career

By Kelly Richardson
Career Colleges Columnist

If you have an analytical mind and find yourself pondering the origin of the universe in your spare time, perhaps an online philosophy degree is for you. A philosophy degree will give you a solid foundation for success in a variety of intellectual careers. With this versatile credential, the choice is yours.

Since the beginning of civilization, philosophers have debated the most intriguing questions of our time. But philosophy is not just for rhetoric and discussion--there is a host of real world professions that are tailor-made for a philosophy degree holder. According to data gathered by the National Research Council, 84% of graduates who earned an online philosophy degree are working full-time. And as you might imagine, philosophy degree holders work in careers that require a great deal of cognitive skills. Here are just a few of the positions you can explore with an online philosophy degree.

I Think, Therefore I Earn

Social & Community Services. From research to counseling, online philosophy degree holders make an impact in our communities.
Religion & Ministry. Graduates with philosophy degrees hold clergy and staff positions with various religious organizations.
Education. If teaching is your calling, use your online philosophy degree to obtain a position at a major college or university.

There are several ways that you can uncover employment opportunities once you've earned your online philosophy degree. One way is to make contacts throughout your schooling that will offer you a position when you graduate. The American Philosophical Association is another valuable resource.

The Online Philosophy Degree: Finding Work through the APA

Healthy Response. Last year, the APA national office sent out over 800 requests for openings and received over 400 replies from organizations in need of philosophy degree holders.
Job Search. The APA web site also offers an interactive job search feature that will list openings in your field of interest.

You can earn an online philosophy degree in less time than it would take to complete an on-campus program. Develop your mind to its fullest potential with an online philosophy degree, and build a career in the field that most interests you.

About the Author
Kelly Richardson covers the local education and technology scenes in major cities across the country. His articles appear in a variety of respected educational journals, periodicals, and e-zines.

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