Major · Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy, Other
Any instructional program in Philosophy not listed above.
- Schools offering
- 24
- Annual completions
- 273
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $58k
About this major
Any instructional program in Philosophy not listed above.
Section 3 · Careers
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 |
Section 4 · Earnings
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$58k
Section 6 · Where to study
Top colleges for Philosophy, Other
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA | 0 | 161 | 161 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | 0 | 61 | 61 |
| Loyola University New Orleans | New Orleans, LA | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| College of Staten Island CUNY | Staten Island, NY | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Washington University in St Louis | St. Louis, MO | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| Saint Louis University | Saint Louis, MO | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| State University of New York at Oswego | Oswego, NY | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| University of California-Riverside | Riverside, CA | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Lewis University | Romeoville, IL | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Randolph College | Lynchburg, VA | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Section 7 · Explore sideways
Related majors to explore
Section 9 · Frequently asked
Common questions
What can I do with a Philosophy, Other degree?
Graduates commonly pursue careers such as Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary.
Is a Philosophy, Other associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
This major is typically offered only at the bachelor's level.
How many colleges offer Philosophy, Other?
24 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 273 students a year combined.