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Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in Rhode Island

In 2020-2021, 78 students earned their Philosophy & Religious Studies degrees in RI.

As a degree choice, Philosophy & Religious Studies is the 30th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Philosophy & Religious Studies Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 72
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Master’s Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, a philosophy and religious studies major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy and religious studies majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.8%
  • Black or African American: 1.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.3%
  • White: 62.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.7%
  • Other Races: 14.1%
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Jobs for Philosophy & Religious Studies Grads in Rhode Island

In this state, there are 510 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy and religious studies degree, compared to 147,040 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy & Religious Studies Jobs in Rhode Island

In this state, philosophy and religious studies grads earn an average of $105,620. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,140.

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There are 6 colleges in Rhode Island that offer philosophy and religious studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

Brown University

Providence
36 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.80%. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $60,341 after earning their degree at this institution.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,827 a year.

#3

Rhode Island College

Providence
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

The 7.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
2,771 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. Graduates earn an average $47,306 after graduation.

#5

Providence College

Providence
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 1.80% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,565 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,017 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Philosophy & Religious Studies Careers in RI

Some of the careers philosophy and religious studies majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Mathematicians 33% $79,660
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $124,430
Philosophy and Religion Professors 8% $82,290
Mathematical Science Professors 4% $97,040

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Liberal Arts & Humanities 1,275
Visual & Performing Arts 709
English Language & Literature 306
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 232
Theology & Religious Vocations 8

View all majors related to Philosophy & Religious Studies

View Nationwide Philosophy & Religious Studies Report

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