Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Bloomfield 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 New Jersey colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Bloomfield College

617 6th St, Lakewood, NJ

Bloomfield College provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Bloomfield, NJ and operated as a private institution. The Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 2,200 students are enrolled yearly at Bloomfield College.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Visual and Performing Arts
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Nursing
• Business Administration
• Education

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students accepted to Bloomfield College score in-between 780 - 940 on the SAT. This school has an acceptance rate of 51 percent of which only 20 percent decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is around $26,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Students enrolled at Bloomfield College may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The Bloomfield College "Deacons" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.bloomfield.edu/.

Career Options for Graduates

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Annual Salary: $68240
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Annual Salary: $93350

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