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Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in North Carolina

In 2020-2021, 228 students earned their Philosophy & Religious Studies degrees in NC.

A Philosophy & Religious Studies major is the 23rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Philosophy & Religious Studies Majors in North Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 183
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 40
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 40
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, 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 North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.3%
  • Black or African American: 14.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 19.3%
  • White: 56.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.2%
  • Other Races: 6.6%
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Jobs for Philosophy & Religious Studies Grads in North Carolina

5,830 people in the state and 147,040 in the nation are employed in jobs related to philosophy and religious studies.

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Wages for Philosophy & Religious Studies Jobs in North Carolina

Philosophy & Religious Studies grads earn an average of $81,680 in the state and $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in North Carolina that offer philosophy and religious studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

98 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
3,343 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $14,365. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

59 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
951 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $14,466.

#3

Duke University

Durham
27 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
16,172 Total Students

The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Duke. An average student at Duke will pay a net price of $32,459. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
30,092 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $12,469. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,002 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 77%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
30,146 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 74% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.49 years. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
247 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $10,711. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.

#7

Pfeiffer University

Misenheimer
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,185 Total Students

The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at Pfeiffer University. 96% of the teachers are full time. 100% of students get financical aid.

#7

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
8,789 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. In their early career, Wake Forest University grads earn an average salary of $60,081. 74% of the teachers are full time.

#9

Gardner - Webb University

Boiling Springs
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
3,536 Total Students

In their early career, Gardner - Webb grads earn an average salary of $37,522. 97% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

Philosophy & Religious Studies Careers in NC

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

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 20% $140,600
Philosophy and Religion Professors 13% $71,230
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $61,890
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 7% $78,320

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

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Theology & Religious Vocations 803
English Language & Literature 330
Visual & Performing Arts 274
Liberal Arts & Humanities 111
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 96

View all majors related to Philosophy & Religious Studies

View Nationwide Philosophy & Religious Studies Report

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