Philosophy & Religious Studies at James Madison University
If you plan to study Philosophy & Religious Studies, consider the program at James Madison University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
James Madison University sits in Harrisonburg, VA.
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Studying Online at James Madison University
Online coursework is an option at James Madison University. Among 22,740 students, 968 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,368 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy & Religious Studies Rankings at James Madison University
These rankings give you a sense of how James Madison University’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #134 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #134 of 208 |
Earnings for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates from James Madison University
Those who finish James Madison University’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,267 |
| 2 years | $35,600 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from James Madison University is $24,734.
Best-Paid Careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy & Religious Studies program at James Madison University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies majors, 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 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
| 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
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