Ethics
A program that focuses on the systematic study of the theory of moral good and its application to various theoretical and practical problems. Includes instruction in ethical theory, history of ethics, belief and value systems, ethical constructs, and applications to specific topics, issues and problems.
- Schools offering
- 8
- Annual completions
- 44
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $58k
About this major
A program that focuses on the systematic study of the theory of moral good and its application to various theoretical and practical problems. Includes instruction in ethical theory, history of ethics, belief and value systems, ethical constructs, and applications to specific topics, issues and problems.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary | $78k | +0.7% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$58k
Top colleges for Ethics
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | Bothell, WA | 0 | 21 | 21 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | Seattle, WA | 0 | 15 | 15 |
| Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary | Wake Forest, NC | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| University of Evansville | Evansville, IN | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Millikin University | Decatur, IL | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carroll College | Helena, MT | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bard College at Simon's Rock | Great Barrington, MA | 0 | 0 | 0 |