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Philosophy in Missouri

Philosophy Schools in Missouri

134 students earned Philosophy degrees in Missouri in the 2022-2023 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 89
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 24
Master’s Degree 11
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10

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: 3.7%
  • Black or African American: 6.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.7%
  • White: 77.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.5%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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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
80% Graduation Rate
12,229 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.12 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $26,548. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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17 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
15,449 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,768. The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at WUSTL.

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16 Degrees in Major Awarded
19% Graduation Rate
42 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.00 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 2 to 1.

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16 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
13,874 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.43 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,986. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
31,089 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
16,147 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,242. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.62 years to graduate.

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#7

Rockhurst University

Kansas City
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
3,688 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. An average student at Rockhurst will pay a net price of $21,294.

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#8

Webster University

Saint Louis
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
8,197 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. An average student at Webster will pay a net price of $22,378. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
4,911 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.77 years to graduate. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,702. 63% of the teachers are full time.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
23,505 Total Students

The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at Missouri State. 68% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

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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

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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