Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Centenary College of Louisiana 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 Louisiana colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Centenary College of Louisiana

6220 East Texas, Bossier City, LA

Centenary College of Louisiana is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Shreveport, LA, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Centenary College of Louisiana, with only about 900 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study available at Centenary College of Louisiana include but are not limited to:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 21 - 27 on the ACT or 968 - 1200 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. 63% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 34% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $28,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,900. Some students at Centenary College of Louisiana may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Centenary College of Louisiana is the "Gentlemen", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Gymnastics (NCAA Division I-AAA)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.centenary.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

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