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Philosophy in District of Columbia

Philosophy Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for Philosophy Grads in District of Columbia

There are 2,250 people in the state and 172,750 people in the nation working in Philosophy jobs.

Philosophy Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for Philosophy Jobs in District of Columbia

Philosophy grads earn an average of $144,044 in the state and $139,772 nationwide.

Philosophy Wages Nationwide vs. DC

There are 4 colleges in District of Columbia that offer Philosophy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

American University

Washington

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $50,329 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 47%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $58,049 in their first year after graduation. About 84% of those who apply are admitted. 83% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

Georgetown University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $76,027 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 13%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $66,952 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 44% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.

Philosophy Careers in DC

Some of the careers Philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary 14% $40,564
Clinical Research Coordinators 10% $110,931
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $132,227
Mathematicians 9% $66,238
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary 4% $71,584
Water Resource Specialists 0% $179,716

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Philosophy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Religious Studies 9,248
Other Philosophy & Religion 224
General Philosophy & Religion 184

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