Philosophy at Florida State University
If you plan to study Philosophy, take a look at what Florida State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida State University is located in Tallahassee, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 54 philosophy degrees were awarded at Florida State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida State University
Online coursework is an option at Florida State University. Among 43,889 students, 5,761 (13%) studied exclusively online and 21,571 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at Florida State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Florida State University’s Philosophy program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #114 of 185 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #114 of 185 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from Florida State University
Graduates of Florida State University’s Philosophy program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $38,070 |
| 4 years | $42,507 |
| 5 years | $53,843 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Philosophy graduates from Florida State University earn a median of $42,507, compared with $60,228 for all Florida State University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Philosophy graduates from Florida State University stands at $25,359.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Philosophy graduates at Florida State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Philosophy graduates at Florida State University are 30% women (16) and 70% men (38).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at Florida State University
Among the 32 bachelor’s philosophy graduates at Florida State University, 38% were women (12) and 62% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 34% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at Florida State University
Among the 15 master’s philosophy degrees awarded at Florida State University, 20% were women (3) and 80% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Florida State University, below the national average of 23%.*
Philosophy Doctoral Program at Florida State University
Among the 7 doctoral philosophy graduates at Florida State University, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at Florida State University
The Philosophy program at Florida State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 54 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy program at Florida State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Philosophy majors, 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 |
| 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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