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Philosophy Schools in Pennsylvania

709 students earned Philosophy degrees in Pennsylvania in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Philosophy is the 65th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 612
Master’s Degree 46
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 28
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 28
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 28
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 15
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 15
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 15
Associate Degree 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 2
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 8.2%
  • Black or African American: 5.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.3%
  • White: 59.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.6%
  • Other Races: 8.3%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Pennsylvania

In this state, there are 8,030 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Pennsylvania

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $84,800, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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

206 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
26,552 Total Students

In their early career, UPenn grads earn an average salary of $80,445. It takes the average student 4.12 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
32,277 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. The full-time teacher rate is 77%.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
89,816 Total Students

The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $27,530. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 83% are considered full time.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
13,519 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 5 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 92%. The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
4,957 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 70%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,378.

#6

Villanova University

Villanova
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
11,032 Total Students

64% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This private school has an average net price of $43,577. The full-time teacher rate is 66%.

#7

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh
22 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
8,830 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 51% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $31,383.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
180 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years.

#9

Temple University

Philadelphia
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
37,236 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $47,659 after earning their degree at this institution.

#10

Gettysburg College

Gettysburg
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
2,507 Total Students

In their early career, Gettysburg grads earn an average salary of $55,129. Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. 74% of the teachers are full time.

Philosophy Careers in PA

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Mathematicians 25% $68,890
Philosophy and Religion Professors 10% $74,380
Natural Sciences Managers 8% $130,970
Mathematical Science Professors 8% $77,660

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Religious Studies 245
General Philosophy & Religion 4
Other Philosophy & Religion 2

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