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Philosophy Schools in Maine

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

In this state, Philosophy is the 71st most popular major out of a total 212 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 45

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.4%
  • Black or African American: 4.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.9%
  • White: 73.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.7%
  • Other Races: 2.2%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Maine

680 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 Maine

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $82,740, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Maine that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Bates College

Lewiston
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 48% get financial aid. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#2

Colby College

Waterville
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
2,155 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. 95% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate.

#3

Bowdoin College

Brunswick
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,777 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $22,840. Of all the students who attend this school, 58% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,153 after earning their degree at this institution.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending UMaine will pay a net price of $16,033. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 35%. The 4.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Philosophy Careers in ME

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $107,400
Mathematical Science Professors 0% $61,480
Philosophy and Religion Professors 0% $75,870

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Religious Studies 10

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