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Philosophy Schools in Oregon

107 students earned Philosophy degrees in Oregon in the 2020-2021 year.

A Philosophy major is the 87th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Oregon

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 98
Master’s Degree 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1
Post-Master’s Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.7%
  • Black or African American: 2.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 16.8%
  • White: 60.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 10.3%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Oregon

In this state, there are 2,260 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Oregon

Philosophy grads earn an average of $92,210 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Oregon that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,752 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,702 a year. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,047.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
23,640 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.69 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,498.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
32,312 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#4

Mount Angel Seminary

Saint Benedict
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
127 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 50% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. It takes the average student 4.00 years to graduate.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
1,866 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. 68% of the teachers are full time. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
3,999 Total Students

An average student at University of Portland will pay a net price of $37,029. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $63,653 a year.

#6

Reed College

Portland
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,385 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.10% which is lower than average. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, Reed grads earn an average salary of $38,708.

#8

Pacific University

Forest Grove
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
3,808 Total Students

An average student at Pacific will pay a net price of $32,045. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,858 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
4,106 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.60%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 31% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
3,157 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $36,638. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $39,944 after graduation.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
1,392 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,671.

Philosophy Careers in OR

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title OR Job Growth OR Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $63,390
Mathematical Science Professors 12% $80,420
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $104,160

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

Major Annual Graduates in OR
Religious Studies 27
Other Philosophy & Religion 2

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