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ACCEPTANCE RATE

30.26%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

10:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$33,186

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Berea College enables students to study ideas and question life's value, morality, and the nature of our existence, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Students who graduate from the philosophy degree program may pursue a wide range of careers, such as social worker, writer, human resources worker, and more. Courses include subject areas such as logic, ethics, aesthetics, epistemology, metaphysics, symbolism, and applications to the theoretical foundations and methods of other disciplines. Get more details below including other Kentucky colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Berea College

2001 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY

Berea College, located in Berea, Kentucky, was founded in 1855 by abolitionists and radical reformers. The school continues its purpose of promoting the cause of Christ by providing a faith based liberal arts education to its students. Berea College is four year private institution, providing bachelor degrees to its graduates. The school is non-sectarian and progressive in its Christian beliefs.  The school's primary focus is the betterment of the Appalachian region, primarily through education, but also through other programs and events.

Academics

Berea College provides a large number of academic programs, and through the liberal arts lens, provides students a well rounded education regardless of major. The variety of programs available allows students to focus on social or natural sciences, as well as educational and technical pursuits. The school's goal is to provide a top quality education to students hailing from the Appalachian region regardless of race.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at Berea College must demonstrate academic excellence, with such excellence typically defined as being in the top 20% of their class. The application is available online, and students are recommended to make an appointment for the personal interview and prepare all necessary documents and transcripts for submission.

All students accepted to Berea College have their tuition covered by the school for the four years of study. This scholarship works in conjunction with other forms of financial aid to complete the cost of tuition. Students in need of additional financial aid for room, board and other costs may apply for additional aid through the school.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Philosophy program at Berea College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
    • Total Employment: 50
    • Average Annual Salary: $72200

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Berea College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Berea College may provide student services including:

  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

Berea College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Usa South Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Usa South Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball