by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how GWU ranks among other schools offering degrees in philosophy.
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The bachelor's program at GWU was ranked #31 on College Factual's Best Schools for philosophy list. It is also ranked #3 in District of Columbia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, George Washington University handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in philosophy. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
The median salary of philosophy students who receive their bachelor's degree at GWU is $33,265. This is higher than $28,602, which is the national median for all philosophy bachelor's degree recipients.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the philosophy majors at George Washington University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 19 philosophy majors earned their bachelor's degree from GWU. Of these graduates, 37% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at GWU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 58% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Washington University with a bachelor's in philosophy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Religious Studies | 25 |
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