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Philosophy Schools in Illinois

388 Philosophy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Philosophy is the 80th most popular major out of a total 306 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 323
Master’s Degree 35
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 30

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 9.0%
  • Black or African American: 5.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.8%
  • White: 57.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.3%
  • Other Races: 7.7%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Illinois

5,440 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 Illinois

In this state, philosophy grads earn an average of $81,200. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,140.

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

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,517. It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,671 after earning their degree at this institution.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 50%. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.70%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $36,434.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 85% get financial aid. 72% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at UIUC. Graduates earn an average $59,402 after graduation.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.60 years. 76% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $43,408 after graduation.

#6

DePaul University

Chicago
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 49%. Graduates earn an average $51,054 after graduation.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 84%. The student loan default rate is 0.60% which is lower than average.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,908 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#9

Augustana College

Rock Island
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
2,389 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,446 after earning their degree at this institution. 77% of the teachers are full time. This private school has an average net price of $23,489.

#10

Lake Forest College

Lake Forest
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,583 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $23,991. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Lake Forest.

Philosophy Careers in IL

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Mathematicians 29% $104,050
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Mathematical Science Professors 2% $57,330
Philosophy and Religion Professors 2% $75,270

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

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Religious Studies 168
Other Philosophy & Religion 5
General Philosophy & Religion 1

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