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Philosophy in Texas

Philosophy Schools in Texas

In 2022-2023, 455 students earned their Philosophy degrees in TX.

In this state, Philosophy is the 111th most popular major out of a total 252 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Philosophy Majors in Texas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 74
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 14
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 14

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.7%
  • Black or African American: 2.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 33.6%
  • White: 47.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.8%
  • Other Races: 5.9%
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Jobs for Philosophy Grads in Texas

In this state, there are 9,070 people employed in jobs related to a philosophy degree, compared to 137,190 nationwide.

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Wages for Philosophy Jobs in Texas

A typical salary for a philosophy grad in the state is $87,240, compared to a typical salary of $87,140 nationwide.

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There are 13 colleges in Texas that offer philosophy degrees. Learn about the most popular 13 below:

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
2,489 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.06 years to graduate. 64% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

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13 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
37,812 Total Students

83% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.56 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $14,840.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
40,953 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,205. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
40,322 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.49 years to graduate. 82% of the teachers are full time. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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Rice University

Houston
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
7,643 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $15,091. 82% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
19,297 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $37,911.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
3,963 Total Students

49% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,253.

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5 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
50,476 Total Students

A typical student attending UT Austin will pay a net price of $18,850. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. The average student takes 4.27 years to complete their degree at UT Austin.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
70,418 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,257. Most students complete their degree in 4.36 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
47,090 Total Students

21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 83% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,900.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
24,879 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. A typical student attending UTEP will pay a net price of $10,061. The average student takes 4.86 years to complete their degree at UTEP.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
34,742 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. A typical student attending UTSA will pay a net price of $12,911. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
3,692 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. 93% of students get financical aid. This private school has an average net price of $18,861.

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Philosophy Careers in TX

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $117,130

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

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Religious Studies 76

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