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Philosophy in Pennsylvania

Philosophy Schools in Pennsylvania

416 students earned Philosophy degrees in Pennsylvania in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Philosophy is the 145th most popular major in the state out of a total 718 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 27
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 26
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 26
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 26
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, a philosophy major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of philosophy majors in Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.2%
  • Black or African American: 5.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.1%
  • White: 63.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.4%
  • Other Races: 6.7%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Pennsylvania

1,040 people in the state and 23,100 in the nation are employed in jobs related to philosophy.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Pennsylvania

In this state, philosophy grads earn an average of $84,800. Nationwide, they make an average of $82,420.

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There are 8 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Villanova University

Villanova
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
11,032 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 67%. This private institution charges an average net price of $43,090.

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#2

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
8,830 Total Students

The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Duquesne. This private institution charges an average net price of $35,027. The full-time teacher rate is 50%.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
180 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 17% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.00 years to complete their degree at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary - Overbrook. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $43,331.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
26,552 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. An average student at UPenn will pay a net price of $26,138. 76% of the teachers are full time.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate

A typical student attending Penn State University Park will pay a net price of $32,223. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 68% of students receive it.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
32,277 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $29,187. 87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 77% of the teachers are full time.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
17,719 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $24,128. The average student takes 4.34 years to complete their degree at WCUPA. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#8

Temple University

Philadelphia
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
37,236 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate. 93% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 56%.

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Philosophy Careers in PA

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Philosophy and Religion Professors 10% $74,380

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