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General Philosophy in Pennsylvania

General Philosophy Schools in Pennsylvania

Jobs for General Philosophy Grads in Pennsylvania

In this state, there are 1,250 people employed in jobs related to a Philosophy degree, compared to 20,840 nationwide.

General Philosophy Jobs Nationwide vs. PA

Wages for General Philosophy Jobs in Pennsylvania

Philosophy grads earn an average of $84,160 in the state and $88,210 nationwide.

General Philosophy Wages Nationwide vs. PA

There are 8 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer Philosophy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $49,721 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 50% of applicants. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $86,069 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 6% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 98%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $54,132 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 84% of applicants. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.

#4

Temple University

Philadelphia

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,412 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 83%, getting in takes some planning. 83% of full-time students return after their first year.

#5

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh

Graduates earn a median salary of $55,257 in their first year after graduation. About 79% of those who apply are admitted. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

#6

Swarthmore College

Swarthmore

Graduates earn a median salary of $43,698 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 7%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

The school admits about 100% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 100%. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $25,023 a year.

#8

Villanova University

Villanova

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $76,711 a year. The school admits about 25% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.

General Philosophy Careers in PA

Some of the careers Philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary $71,584

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Philosophy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Divinity/Ministry 6,724
Bible/Biblical Studies 3,603
Pastoral Counseling 1,323
Missionary Studies 1,235
Bioethics/Medical Ethics 757
Christian Studies 618
Philosophy & Religion 184
Pastoral Specialized Ministries 30

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