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Philosophy Schools in Maryland

163 students earned Philosophy degrees in Maryland in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Philosophy is the 83rd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Maryland

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 144
Post-Master’s Certificate 6
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Master’s Degree 6
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 3
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 3
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.7%
  • Black or African American: 14.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.3%
  • White: 53.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.0%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Maryland

There are 4,850 people in the state and 137,190 people in the nation working in philosophy jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Maryland

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $99,870, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
40,709 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $18,048. It takes the average student 4.22 years to graduate.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
28,890 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. 97% of the teachers are full time. The 1.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#3

McDaniel College

Westminster
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
2,931 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. An average student at McDaniel will pay a net price of $22,385. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
13,497 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $49,729 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at UMBC. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,917 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 55% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
4,169 Total Students

In their early career, UB grads earn an average salary of $47,830. A typical student attending UB will pay a net price of $17,206. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
2,560 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,394.

#7

Goucher College

Baltimore
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
2,015 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $25,366. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 4.60% which is lower than average.

#9

Salisbury University

Salisbury
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
8,124 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $47,391 after graduation. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,402.

#9

Washington College

Chestertown
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,089 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at Washington College.

Philosophy Careers in MD

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title MD Job Growth MD Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 10% $78,730
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $76,630
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $137,500
Mathematicians 3% $118,410

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

Major Annual Graduates in MD
Religious Studies 160

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