Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. See how San Diego State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in philosophy.
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San Diego State University ranks competitively among schools offering philosophy. Specifically, it ranked #137 out of 167 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #25 in California.
In the most recent year for which we have data, San Diego State University handed out 26 bachelor’s degrees in philosophy.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at San Diego State University, philosophy graduates take on a median debt of $27,000 in student loans. This is above $16,292, the typical median for all majors at San Diego State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $18,684 |
| Fees | $2,644 | $2,644 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 54% of philosophy bachelor’s degrees went to men and 46% went to women.
The majority of philosophy bachelor’s degree graduates at San Diego State University were White. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s in philosophy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 4 |
In the most recent graduating class, 43% of philosophy master’s degrees went to men and 57% went to women.
The majority of philosophy master’s degree graduates at San Diego State University are White. Roughly 43% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Diego State University with a master’s in philosophy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Here are the demographics of the philosophy majors at San Diego State University.