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Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in Mississippi

52 students earned Philosophy & Religious Studies degrees in Mississippi in the 2020-2021 year.

A Philosophy & Religious Studies major is the 35th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Philosophy & Religious Studies Majors in Mississippi

Philosophy & Religious Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 36
Master’s Degree 14
Associate Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, a philosophy and religious studies major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy and religious studies majors in Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 11.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.7%
  • White: 76.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Philosophy & Religious Studies Grads in Mississippi

590 people in the state and 147,040 in the nation are employed in jobs related to philosophy and religious studies.

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Wages for Philosophy & Religious Studies Jobs in Mississippi

A typical salary for a philosophy and religious studies grad in the state is $68,680, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Mississippi that offer philosophy and religious studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.40%. The full-time teacher rate is 85%. The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at Mississippi State.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,667 Total Students

An average student at MC will pay a net price of $18,190. The 3.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 53% are considered full time.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. 87% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,161.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
158 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 58% are considered full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

94% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 7.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

#6

Millsaps College

Jackson
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
712 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. In their early career, Millsaps grads earn an average salary of $38,423. The full-time teacher rate is 80%.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,409 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. 94% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

Philosophy & Religious Studies Careers in MS

Some of the careers philosophy and religious studies majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 33% $73,450
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $62,120
Mathematical Science Professors 11% $56,480
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $98,890

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to philosophy and religious studies.

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Liberal Arts & Humanities 5,696
Visual & Performing Arts 696
English Language & Literature 331
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 162
Theology & Religious Vocations 95

View all majors related to Philosophy & Religious Studies

View Nationwide Philosophy & Religious Studies Report

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