Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies

Bachelor's degree · American University · Washington, DC

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$46,206Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,553Median earnings 4 years after
$66,897Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies at American University earn a median of $46,206 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,710 four years after graduating (middle half: $34,946–$68,128). Median debt is $25,000, about 54% of first-year earnings.

Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Georgetown University
Washington
$51,388$17,000
Gallaudet University
Washington
$31,541$20,409

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies graduates from American University make?

The median salary is $46,206 one year after graduation and $66,897 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.