Area Studies
Bachelor's degree · University of California-Berkeley · Berkeley, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of California-Berkeley earn a median of $50,728 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,625 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,190–$78,481). Median debt is $14,839, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Area Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $30,897 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $29,316 | $17,500 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $28,591 | $15,348 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $26,793 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $23,819 | $17,090 |
| California State University-Chico Chico | $23,149 | $16,500 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $21,527 | $14,167 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Area Studies graduates from University of California-Berkeley make?
The median salary is $50,728 one year after graduation and $92,837 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,839.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.