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Philosophy Schools in Alabama

99 students earned Philosophy degrees in Alabama in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Philosophy is the 95th most popular major in the state out of a total 236 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Alabama

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 99

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a philosophy major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.1%
  • Black or African American: 9.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.1%
  • White: 74.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 5.1%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Alabama

There are 1,060 people in the state and 137,190 people in the nation working in philosophy jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Alabama

Philosophy grads earn an average of $66,350 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Alabama that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. Graduates earn an average $39,271 after graduation.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.34 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $20,917. 77% of the teachers are full time.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $24,018. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.42 years.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,999 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $17,208. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 4.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,224 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.30%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
1,191 Total Students

An average student at Spring Hill will pay a net price of $22,560. 100% of students get financical aid. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,129 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. 99% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,523 a year.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
2,016 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $23,416. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#7

Samford University

Birmingham
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,729 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.16 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,778 after earning their degree at this institution. 100% of students get financical aid.

Philosophy Careers in AL

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 9% $61,030
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $61,290

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

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Religious Studies 92
General Philosophy & Religion 1

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