Philosophy at Brigham Young University
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, take a look at what Brigham Young University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Brigham Young University is in Provo, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 22 philosophy degrees were awarded at Brigham Young University.
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Online Class Availability at Brigham Young University
Many students take online classes at Brigham Young University. Among 35,873 students, 898 (3%) studied exclusively online and 11,887 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from Brigham Young University
Students who complete Brigham Young University’s Philosophy program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $27,439 |
| 3 years | $39,125 |
| 4 years | $38,332 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Philosophy graduates from Brigham Young University report median earnings of $38,332, compared with $66,875 for all Brigham Young University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Philosophy graduates at Brigham Young University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Philosophy graduates at Brigham Young University are 32% women (7) and 68% men (15).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at Brigham Young University
Among the 22 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at Brigham Young University, 32% were women (7) and 68% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at Brigham Young University
The Philosophy program at Brigham Young University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 22 |
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Those who complete Philosophy program at Brigham Young University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Philosophy graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Mathematicians | $66,238 |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $40,564 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.