Philosophy & Religious Studies at University of Chicago
If you plan to study Philosophy & Religious Studies, you may want to check out the program at University of Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Chicago
Online coursework is an option at University of Chicago. Of 18,566 students, 102 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy & Religious Studies Rankings at University of Chicago
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Chicago’s Philosophy & Religious Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 208 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 213 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 208 |
Earnings for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates from University of Chicago
Graduates of University of Chicago’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 | $28,698 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $35,653 |
| 4 years | $55,143 |
| 5 years | $72,246 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from University of Chicago take home a median $55,143, compared with $98,855 for all University of Chicago graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Philosophy & Religious Studies graduates from University of Chicago stands at $22,641.
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy & Religious Studies Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy & Religious Studies program at University of Chicago go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.