Philosophy at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
What traits are you looking for in a school for Philosophy, you may want to check out the program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is located in Minneapolis, MN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 32 philosophy degrees were awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
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Studying Online at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Many students take online classes at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Among 56,666 students, 2,058 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 18,568 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Philosophy Rankings at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Rankings can help you compare University of Minnesota-Twin Cities’s Philosophy program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #90 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 185 |
Earnings for Philosophy Graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Those who finish University of Minnesota-Twin Cities’s Philosophy program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,883 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $36,006 |
| 5 years | $66,564 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Philosophy graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities comes in at $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Philosophy graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Philosophy graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are 38% women (12) and 62% men (20).
Philosophy Bachelor’s Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Among the 27 bachelor’s philosophy degrees awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 33% were women (9) and 67% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 37% of Philosophy bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, above the national average of 35%.*
Philosophy Master’s Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Of the 3 master’s philosophy graduates at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy master’s degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
Philosophy Doctoral Program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Among the 2 doctoral philosophy degrees awarded at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Philosophy doctoral degree recipients at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*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 Minnesota-Twin Cities
The Philosophy program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Philosophy | 32 |
Top-Paying Careers for Philosophy Graduates
Those who complete Philosophy program at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.