Philosophy at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
If you are interested in studying Philosophy, take a look at what University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is located in Champaign, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 32 philosophy degrees were awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Of 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Philosophy program to other colleges that offer this major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #73 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 185 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Those who finish University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Philosophy program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,831 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 4 years | $42,942 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Philosophy graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign take home a median $42,942, compared with $91,048 for all University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates — about 53% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Philosophy graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign comes in at $18,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Philosophy graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Philosophy graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 28% women (9) and 72% men (23).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 28 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 21% were women (6) and 79% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 43% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 2 master’s philosophy degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Philosophy Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 2 doctoral philosophy degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Philosophy Concentrations at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Philosophy program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 32 |
Best-Paid Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Students who finish Philosophy program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursue many career paths. 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.