Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Loyola College in Maryland 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 Maryland colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Loyola College in Maryland

9325 Snowden River Pky, Columbia, MD

Loyola College in Maryland is a nonprofit private institution that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Baltimore, MD, in a predominantly urban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Loyola College in Maryland exceeds 6,100 per year.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Loyola College in Maryland. Scores within the range of 25 to 28 on the ACT or 1090 to 1290 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. An estimated 60% of all students that applied were admitted at Loyola College in Maryland, with 14% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $45,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $10,000. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify as grants and loans.

Loyola College in Maryland has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Rowing (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

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

Students Enrolled in the Philosophy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Loyola College in Maryland offers a bachelor's degree program in philosophy.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Annual Salary: $77090

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