Analysing your IQ
Please Wait
Psychometric analysis of the typical student profile.
Based on SAT/GRE correlation data.
Philosophy attracts a specific cognitive style. This page explains the typical student profile, what the work feels like, and who actually enjoys it long-term.
Dominant archetype: The Sage. This archetype tends to be rewarded in the culture and study style of Philosophy.
Common traits include High Openness and High Verbal Intelligence.
If you love systems, abstraction, and building mental models, Philosophy can feel addictive. If you prefer immediate social reward, it can feel isolating.
Typical career paths include Law, Writing, Academia, and Politics.
Estimated average IQ is ~129. This is a rough proxy derived from standardized-test correlations; it’s not a hard requirement for success.
It’s hard if the feedback loop taxes your weaknesses. If you enjoy deep focus and structured problem-solving, the same workload can feel manageable—sometimes even enjoyable.
Common traits include High Openness and High Verbal Intelligence.
Typical career paths include Law, Writing, Academia, and Politics.