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Philosophy Schools in Washington

In 2020-2021, 244 students earned their Philosophy degrees in WA.

As a degree choice, Philosophy is the 72nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Washington

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 236
Master’s Degree 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 10.2%
  • Black or African American: 6.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 14.8%
  • White: 52.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.6%
  • Other Races: 10.2%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Washington

In this state, there are 3,210 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Washington

In this state, philosophy grads earn an average of $75,020. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,140.

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

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
48,149 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,017. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 56% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 81%.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
6,304 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $55,968 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.41 years to graduate. 66% of the teachers are full time.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
15,197 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. 87% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,070.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
7,050 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Seattle U grads earn an average salary of $56,299.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
7,295 Total Students

An average student at Gonzaga will pay a net price of $34,451. The student loan default rate is 1.00% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.12 years to graduate.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
31,159 Total Students

In their early career, Wazzu grads earn an average salary of $51,093. Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
12,349 Total Students

A typical student attending EWU will pay a net price of $12,335. 77% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,800 after earning their degree at this institution.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
2,130 Total Students

An average student at Puget Sound will pay a net price of $33,562. The full-time teacher rate is 83%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

#9

Whitman College

Walla Walla
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
1,360 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $35,894. The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
2,907 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $23,024. 70% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, PLU grads earn an average salary of $49,192.

Philosophy Careers in WA

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 18% $141,360
Mathematical Science Professors 18% $63,030
Philosophy and Religion Professors 17% $67,040
Mathematicians 6% $119,860

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Religious Studies 77
General Philosophy & Religion 10

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