by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at SMU. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 22 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks SMU among the top schools in the country for philosophy & religious studies, placing at #23 out of 239 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools | 23 of 239 |
| Best Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in Texas | 2 of 16 |
| Best Philosophy & Religious Studies Schools in the Southwest Region | 2 of 22 |
The following degree levels are offered in philosophy & religious studies at SMU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 33 |
| Master’s | 1 |
| Doctoral | 2 |
This philosophy & religious studies field at SMU covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Philosophy | 28 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 8 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Southern Methodist University handed out 33 bachelor’s degrees in philosophy & religious studies.
SMU holds a strong position among schools offering philosophy & religious studies at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #2 out of 22 schools by College Factual.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at SMU, philosophy & religious studies students accumulate a median of $21,500 in student loans. This is above $20,712, the typical median for all majors at SMU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $53,464 | $59,500 |
| Fees | $7,540 | $7,540 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 45% of philosophy & religious studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The majority of philosophy & religious studies bachelor’s degree graduates at SMU are White. About 52% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Methodist University with a bachelor’s in philosophy & religious studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Graduate study is also available at SMU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Philosophy & Religious Studies | 1 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Philosophy & Religious Studies | 2 |