Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Molloy 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 York colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Molloy College (MVCC)

1101 Sherman Dr, Utica, NY

Molloy College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Rockville Centre, New York, it offers a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Molloy College is nearly four thousand per year.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Molloy College. A score between 1420 - 1730 on the SAT, or 22 - 28 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an admissions rate of around 63% of which only 31% chose to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. On-campus housing is available for students and costs approximately $10,000 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Molloy College Lions participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.molloy.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Philosophy Program

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

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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

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