Philosophy & Religious Studies at Fordham University
If you plan to study Philosophy & Religious Studies, take a look at what Fordham University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Fordham University is in Bronx, NY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Fordham University
Many students take online classes at Fordham University. Of 16,150 students, 1,147 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,403 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy & Religious Studies Rankings at Fordham University
Rankings can help you compare Fordham University’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 39 |
| Best Value | New York | #20 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #84 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #200 of 208 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 39 |
| Best Value | New York | #20 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #84 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #200 of 208 |
Earnings for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates from Fordham University
Students who complete Fordham 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 | $34,859 |
| 2 years | $38,987 |
| 4 years | $67,328 |
| 5 years | $89,709 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from Fordham University take home a median $67,328, compared with $83,253 for all Fordham University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from Fordham University stands at $24,660.
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy & Religious Studies program at Fordham University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies 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 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.