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Philosophy Schools in Missouri

156 students earned Philosophy degrees in Missouri in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Philosophy is the 90th most popular major in the state out of a total 291 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Missouri

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 128
Master’s Degree 14
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 5
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 5
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 5
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 2
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 4.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.8%
  • White: 71.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.5%
  • Other Races: 5.1%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Missouri

1,910 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 Missouri

Philosophy grads earn an average of $95,240 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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

#1

Saint Louis University

Saint Louis
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
12,229 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.12 years to graduate. 61% of the teachers are full time.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
15,449 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at WUSTL. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.10%.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
13,874 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $41,078 after graduation. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
42 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Graduates earn an average $33,978 after graduation.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,147 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,702. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,346 a year.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
31,089 Total Students

93% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $46,683 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,559.

#7

Rockhurst University

Kansas City
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
3,688 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. Graduates earn an average $50,571 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,340.

#8

Webster University

Saint Louis
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
8,197 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. The student loan default rate is 3.90% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $38,977 after earning their degree at this institution.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
4,911 Total Students

61% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,897. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
23,505 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at Missouri State.

Philosophy Careers in MO

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title MO Job Growth MO Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 21% $104,550
Philosophy and Religion Professors 19% $66,400
Mathematical Science Professors 17% $76,650

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

Major Annual Graduates in MO
Religious Studies 44
Other Philosophy & Religion 14
General Philosophy & Religion 1

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