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Philosophy in District of Columbia

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Philosophy Schools in District of Columbia

In 2020-2021, 142 students earned their Philosophy degrees in DC.

As a degree choice, Philosophy is the 49th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 90
Master’s Degree 45
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a philosophy major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.9%
  • Black or African American: 11.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.6%
  • White: 54.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.0%
  • Other Races: 16.2%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in District of Columbia

There are 2,000 people in the state and 137,190 people in the nation working in philosophy jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in District of Columbia

Philosophy grads earn an average of $113,120 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in District of Columbia that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

51 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.40%. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

#2

American University

Washington
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $40,088. The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at The American University.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Graduates earn an average $71,107 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,108.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at GWU.

#5

Howard University

Washington
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $41,388. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate.

#6

Gallaudet University

Washington
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 75% get financial aid.

Philosophy Careers in DC

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Mathematicians 33% $126,280
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $78,980
Mathematical Science Professors 10% $84,970
Natural Sciences Managers 5% $133,700

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Religious Studies 68

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