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Philosophy in District of Columbia

Philosophy Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for Philosophy Grads in District of Columbia

2,250 people in the state and 172,750 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Philosophy.

Philosophy Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for Philosophy Jobs in District of Columbia

Philosophy grads earn an average of $144,044 in the state and $139,772 nationwide.

Philosophy Wages Nationwide vs. DC

There are 4 colleges in District of Columbia that offer Philosophy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

American University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,329 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 47%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $58,049 a year. About 84% of those who apply are admitted. 83% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $76,027 in their first year after graduation. About 13% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $66,952 a year. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.

Philosophy Careers in DC

Some of the careers Philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary $71,584
Clinical Research Coordinators $110,931
Natural Sciences Managers $132,227
Mathematicians $66,238
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary $40,564
Water Resource Specialists $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Philosophy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Religious Studies 9,248
Other Philosophy & Religion 224
General Philosophy & Religion 184

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