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Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in New Jersey

584 students earned Philosophy & Religious Studies degrees in New Jersey in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Philosophy & Religious Studies is the 10th most popular major in the state out of a total 32 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy & Religious Studies Majors in New Jersey

Philosophy & Religious Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Post-Master’s Certificate 329
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 329
Master’s Degree 239
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a philosophy and religious studies major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy and religious studies majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.2%
  • White: 96.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.9%
  • Other Races: 0.5%
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Jobs for Philosophy & Religious Studies Grads in New Jersey

There are 2,810 people in the state and 147,040 people in the nation working in philosophy and religious studies jobs.

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Wages for Philosophy & Religious Studies Jobs in New Jersey

Philosophy & Religious Studies grads earn an average of $96,400 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in New Jersey that offer philosophy and religious studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

548 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,159 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.20%. Graduates earn an average $38,874 after graduation. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#2

Princeton University

Princeton
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $84,713 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 4 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $9,836.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

#4

Drew University

Madison
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,229 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,776. Graduates earn an average $43,256 after graduation.

#4

Seton Hall University

South Orange
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. The 3.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. An average student at Seton Hall will pay a net price of $32,634.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
8% Graduation Rate
258 Total Students

An average student at Rabbinical College of America will pay a net price of $13,639. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,299 after earning their degree at this institution. 96% of students get financical aid.

Philosophy & Religious Studies Careers in NJ

Some of the careers philosophy and religious studies majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Mathematicians 38% $111,910
Philosophy and Religion Professors 9% $73,940
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $166,190
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $81,790

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to philosophy and religious studies.

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Theology & Religious Vocations 268
English Language & Literature 232
Visual & Performing Arts 187
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 106
Liberal Arts & Humanities 12

View all majors related to Philosophy & Religious Studies

View Nationwide Philosophy & Religious Studies Report

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