Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, consider the program at Loyola University Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Loyola University Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 45 philosophy graduations were recorded at Loyola University Chicago.
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Online Class Availability at Loyola University Chicago
Online coursework is an option at Loyola University Chicago. Of 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) studied exclusively online and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Those who finish Loyola University Chicago’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 | $19,455 |
| 4 years | $49,427 |
| 5 years | $67,470 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Philosophy graduates from Loyola University Chicago take home a median $49,427, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Philosophy graduates from Loyola University Chicago is $25,530.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Philosophy graduates at Loyola University Chicago, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Philosophy graduates at Loyola University Chicago are 56% women (25) and 44% men (20).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Of the 30 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 57% were women (17) and 43% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, below the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 9 master’s philosophy degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 33% were women (3) and 67% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 44% of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 23%.*
Philosophy Doctoral Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 4 doctoral philosophy graduates at Loyola University Chicago, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, above the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at Loyola University Chicago
This Philosophy program at Loyola University Chicago breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 40 |
| Applied & Professional Ethics | 5 |
Best-Paid Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Those who complete Philosophy program at Loyola University Chicago work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Philosophy 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 |
| 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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