Philosophy Degree

The philosophy degree program at Chicago Theological Seminary 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 Illinois colleges that offer philosophy degrees.

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Chicago Theological Seminary (CSU)

9501 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL

Chicago Theological Seminary is a United Church of Christ affiliated school located in Chicago, Illinois, which maintains a seminary for potential students seeking to become priests. This school had an enrollment of 200 students in 2010-2011. Chicago Theological Seminary offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular programs among individuals are shown below:

• Ministry
• Christian Counseling
• Religious Studies
• Philosophy
• Theology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts and records, as well as any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school.

The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools has accredited the education provided by Chicago Theological Seminary for over seventy-six straight years. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Philosophy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chicago Theological Seminary offers a doctorate 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

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 430
  • Average Annual Salary: $73540

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