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Philosophy Schools in Texas

87 students earned Philosophy degrees in Texas in the 2020-2021 year.

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 57
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 21
Post-Master’s Certificate 9
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 9

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: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 14.9%
  • White: 54.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.2%
  • Other Races: 17.2%
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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
66% Graduation Rate
2,489 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. An average student at UD will pay a net price of $22,162.

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

The student loan default rate of 5.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 80% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,773 after earning their degree at this institution.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
40,953 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.46 years. The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,122.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
40,322 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 86% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 4.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#5

Rice University

Houston
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
7,643 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.20%.

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

In their early career, Baylor grads earn an average salary of $50,196. The student loan default rate is 2.20% which is lower than average. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,309.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
3,963 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. 50% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,932.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
50,476 Total Students

The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.27 years to complete their degree at UT Austin. 66% of students get financical aid.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
70,418 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $54,342 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,919. 87% of the teachers are full time.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
47,090 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. 81% of the teachers are full time.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
24,879 Total Students

88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending UTEP will pay a net price of $9,000. In their early career, UTEP grads earn an average salary of $35,797.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
34,742 Total Students

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 27 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
3,692 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $18,510.

Philosophy Careers in TX

Some of the careers philosophy majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Mathematicians 33% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $117,130
Mathematical Science Professors 15% $74,870
Philosophy and Religion Professors 14% $75,090

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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