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Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in Wisconsin

In 2020-2021, 282 students earned their Philosophy & Religious Studies degrees in WI.

A Philosophy & Religious Studies major is the 27th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Philosophy & Religious Studies Majors in Wisconsin

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 203
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 46
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 46
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 46
Master’s Degree 22
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 11

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.0%
  • White: 77.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.0%
  • Other Races: 4.3%
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Jobs for Philosophy & Religious Studies Grads in Wisconsin

There are 1,910 people in the state and 147,040 people in the nation working in philosophy and religious studies jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy & Religious Studies Jobs in Wisconsin

Philosophy & Religious Studies grads earn an average of $73,980 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Wisconsin that offer philosophy and religious studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
44,640 Total Students

In their early career, UW - Madison grads earn an average salary of $55,313. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

#2

Marquette University

Milwaukee
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
11,550 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
24,565 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $17,486. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,703 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
8,302 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,037 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,939 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,901 a year. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#6

Beloit College

Beloit
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
978 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $12,246. The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Beloit. The student loan default rate of 2.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
11,017 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years. 80% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,430 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. This private school has an average net price of $22,452. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,531 Total Students

A typical student attending UW - La Crosse will pay a net price of $14,654. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,674 after earning their degree at this institution.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
15,314 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,295 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,687. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

Philosophy & Religious Studies Careers in WI

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

Job Title WI Job Growth WI Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 18% $98,510
Philosophy and Religion Professors 7% $66,960
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 7% $65,380
Mathematical Science Professors 5% $76,400

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

Major Annual Graduates in WI
Liberal Arts & Humanities 2,376
Visual & Performing Arts 2,248
English Language & Literature 789
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 787
Theology & Religious Vocations 130

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