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Philosophy Schools in New Jersey

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

As a degree choice, Philosophy is the 92nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 142
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 8
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 8
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 8
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7
Master’s Degree 6

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 11.7%
  • Black or African American: 11.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.0%
  • White: 56.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.2%
  • Other Races: 3.7%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in New Jersey

In this state, there are 2,480 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in New Jersey

Philosophy grads earn an average of $96,400 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 12 colleges in New Jersey that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

60% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,962 a year. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Rutgers New Brunswick.

#2

Princeton University

Princeton
32 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.70% which is lower than average. 83% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Princeton.

#3

Seton Hall University

South Orange
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,071 after earning their degree at this institution.

#4

Rowan University

Glassboro
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
19,678 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,699 a year. The average student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree at Rowan. The full-time teacher rate is 52%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 4.30% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. A typical student attending Montclair State will pay a net price of $17,381.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,635 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $18,498. The full-time teacher rate is 98%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
7,783 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $57,264 after earning their degree at this institution. 82% of students get financical aid.

#8

Drew University

Madison
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,229 Total Students

The 3.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,256 after earning their degree at this institution. 56% of the teachers are full time.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years. 67% of the teachers are full time.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
7,076 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,369.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
6,042 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 78% of students receive it. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#10

Rider University

Lawrenceville
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,636 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 43% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Graduates earn an average $47,393 after graduation.

Philosophy Careers in NJ

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Mathematicians 38% $111,910
Philosophy and Religion Professors 9% $73,940
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $166,190
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $81,790

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Religious Studies 1,341
General Philosophy & Religion 6
Other Philosophy & Religion 4

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