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Philosophy Schools in California

1,878 Philosophy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Philosophy is the 59th most popular major out of a total 333 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,375
Associate Degree 363
Master’s Degree 99
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 39
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 39
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 39
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 11.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 29.4%
  • White: 39.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 9.8%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in California

15,780 people in the state and 137,190 in the nation are employed in jobs related to philosophy.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in California

Philosophy grads earn an average of $114,370 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

166 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,023.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
26,179 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. A typical student attending UCSB will pay a net price of $16,252.

106 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at UC Berkeley. The student loan default rate is 1.80% which is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,032.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 62%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $52,679 a year. 74% of students get financical aid.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
26,434 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.30 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
19,161 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,632 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. A typical student attending UC Santa Cruz will pay a net price of $17,930.

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,074 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.30 years. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
40,069 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 47% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,059 a year.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
27,349 Total Students

In their early career, SFSU grads earn an average salary of $50,184. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. 22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Philosophy Careers in CA

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 17% $94,300
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $150,350

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Religious Studies 420
Other Philosophy & Religion 88
General Philosophy & Religion 9

View all majors related to Philosophy

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