Philosophy at University of Houston
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, consider the program at University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston is located in Houston, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 39 philosophy degrees were awarded at University of Houston.
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Online Class Availability at University of Houston
Many students take online classes at University of Houston. Among 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at University of Houston
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston’s Philosophy program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 185 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 185 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from University of Houston
Students who complete University of Houston’s Philosophy program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,387 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Philosophy graduates from University of Houston comes in at $23,650.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Philosophy graduates at University of Houston, by degree type.
Program-wide, Philosophy graduates at University of Houston are 62% women (24) and 38% men (15).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 32 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at University of Houston, 66% were women (21) and 34% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 59% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 7 master’s philosophy graduates at University of Houston, 43% were women (3) and 57% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at University of Houston, below 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 University of Houston
This Philosophy program at University of Houston breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 39 |
Best-Paid Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Those who complete Philosophy program at University of Houston work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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