Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point

Also known as UW-Stevens Point

410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Stevens Point, WI, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Around nine thousand students enroll at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point score in-between 21 to 26 on the ACT. 79% of those students that apply are accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, of which 45 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,900, while out-of-state residents pay $16,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $3,900 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UWSP "Pointers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to view more about University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point can check out their website at http://www.uwsp.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Philosophy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UW-Stevens Point 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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Annual Salary: $73970

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