Best Schools for Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other

Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other graduates earn a median of $51,100 within four years of graduating, ranking #230 out of 283 tracked majors — 18% below the median across all fields. There are 3 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 32 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: James Madison University graduates earn $59,604 while University of North Carolina Wilmington graduates earn $42,597 — a $17,007 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap. Across all fields, though, which major you pick separates earnings more than which college does.

Schools

$51,100

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#230

of 283 Majors

Graduates

Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other by State

Top Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other Schools by Graduate Earnings

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA · Public

$59,604

4yr Earnings

22 grads · small sample

2yr: $35,600 (12)

1yr: $24,267 (32)

Acceptance: 76.3%

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, NC · Public

$42,597

4yr Earnings

17 grads · small sample

2yr: $21,781 (23)

Acceptance: 74.0%

University of Mary Washington

Fredericksburg, VA · Public

$31,133

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 86.3%

Majors with Similar Earnings

English Language and Literature/Letters, Other $29,787 Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services $29,771 Animal Sciences $29,734 Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other $29,665 Marine Sciences $29,568 Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies $29,452

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other?

James Madison University ranks #1 for Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other with median graduate earnings of $59,604 within four years of graduating. There are 3 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other graduates earn?

Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other graduates earn an average of $51,100 within four years of graduating. This is 18% below the median across all majors. Earnings range from $42,597 to $59,604 depending on the school.

How hard is it to get into a top Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other program?

The average acceptance rate across Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other programs is 78.8%. The most selective program is at University of North Carolina Wilmington with a 74.0% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders, from the field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release — Scorecard publishes the two separately.

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