Philosophy at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, take a look at what Rutgers University-New Brunswick. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick sits in New Brunswick, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 philosophy graduations were recorded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Distance learning is available at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Of 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) studied exclusively online and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rankings can help you compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Philosophy program against peer institutions.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #115 of 185 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #129 of 183 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Students who complete Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Philosophy program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,760 |
| 3 years | $39,289 |
| 4 years | $53,001 |
| 5 years | $62,015 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Philosophy graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $53,001, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Philosophy graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Philosophy graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Philosophy graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick are 33% women (9) and 67% men (18).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 23 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 30% were women (7) and 70% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, lower than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 1 master’s philosophy graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
Philosophy Doctoral Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Among the 3 doctoral philosophy degrees awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Philosophy program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 27 |
Best-Paid Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Those who complete Philosophy program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Philosophy 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 |
| 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.