Philosophy & Religious Studies at Biola University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Philosophy & Religious Studies, take a look at what Biola University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Biola University is located in La Mirada, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Biola University
Many students take online classes at Biola University. Of 5,434 students, 1,227 (23%) studied exclusively online and 1,579 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy & Religious Studies Rankings at Biola University
Rankings can help you compare Biola University’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #16 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 49 |
| Best Value | California | #33 of 38 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #43 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #165 of 208 |
Earnings for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates from Biola University
Students who complete Biola University’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,522 |
| 2 years | $53,775 |
| 3 years | $40,589 |
| 4 years | $56,657 |
| 5 years | $76,926 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from Biola University take home a median $56,657, compared with $54,663 for all Biola University graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy & Religious Studies program at Biola University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $71,584 |
| Mathematicians | $66,238 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $40,564 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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