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Philosophy Schools in Mississippi

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

In this state, Philosophy is the 145th most popular major out of a total 235 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 20
Master’s Degree 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 4.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 84.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.0%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Mississippi

560 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 Mississippi

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $68,680, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Mississippi that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at Mississippi State. In their early career, Mississippi State grads earn an average salary of $37,538. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,122.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $12,161. It takes the average student 4.34 years to graduate. 87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

#4

Millsaps College

Jackson
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
712 Total Students

An average student at Millsaps will pay a net price of $23,169. The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 80%.

Philosophy Careers in MS

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $62,120
Mathematical Science Professors 11% $56,480
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $98,890

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Religious Studies 25
General Philosophy & Religion 2

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