Cheapest Philosophy Colleges in Louisiana

Philosophy students in Louisiana face a dramatic cost spectrum spanning $11,147 to $43,939 annually across seven programs. The University of New Orleans delivers the most affordable option at just over $11,000, while graduates across the state earn around $28,212 annually. Louisiana's legal sector and growing energy companies increasingly value philosophy majors for their analytical thinking skills, particularly as the state's petroleum industry navigates complex ethical and environmental challenges.

Programs

$11,147 – $43,939

Net Price Range

$28,212

Avg. Program Earnings

59.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Philosophy Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of New Orleans New Orleans, Louisiana	$11,147	$9,172	42.5%	69.8%
2	Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, Louisiana	$18,285	$27,868	50.2%	95.2%
3	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, Louisiana	$20,015	$11,954	71.0%	75.7%
4	Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, Louisiana	$22,762	$47,240	67.4%	78.1%
5	Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, Louisiana	$25,159	$40,000	59.3%	63.7%
6	Saint Joseph Seminary College St. Benedict, Louisiana	$39,513	$26,770	40.0%
7	Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, Louisiana	$43,939	$65,538	88.9%	11.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounts for the massive price difference between Louisiana philosophy programs?

Public universities like University of New Orleans charge $11,147 while private institutions reach $43,939 at Tulane. The $32,792 gap reflects Louisiana's strong public education funding and the TOPS scholarship program that covers tuition for qualifying students at state schools.

How competitive are admissions at Louisiana's cheapest philosophy programs?

University of New Orleans accepts 69.76% of applicants, making it accessible for most students. Xavier University of Louisiana, the second cheapest option, accepts an even higher 95.16% of applicants despite charging $18,285 annually.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Louisiana philosophy departments?

Not necessarily - Xavier University charges $18,285 and achieves a 50.20% graduation rate, while much pricier Centenary College at $25,159 only reaches 59.30%. Tulane's 88.90% rate justifies its premium pricing at $43,939.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.