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Philosophy Schools in Illinois

65 Philosophy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Philosophy is the 113th most popular major out of a total 236 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 35
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 30
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 30

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 7.7%
  • Black or African American: 7.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.7%
  • White: 56.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 15.4%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 5,440 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Illinois

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $81,200, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. An average student at Loyola Chicago will pay a net price of $36,434.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.60 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The student loan default rate is 5.90% which is lower than average.

#3

DePaul University

Chicago
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

In their early career, DePaul grads earn an average salary of $51,054. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at DePaul.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
283 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,214.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,279. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 84% are considered full time.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
294 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.80%. The full-time teacher rate is 93%.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,671 a year. The student loan default rate is 1.00% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 5 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
11,366 Total Students

The average student takes 4.40 years to complete their degree at SIUC. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

In their early career, UIUC grads earn an average salary of $59,402. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,321.

Philosophy Careers in IL

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Mathematicians 29% $104,050
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Mathematical Science Professors 2% $57,330
Philosophy and Religion Professors 2% $75,270

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

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Religious Studies 82

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