Area Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Hawaii at Manoa · Honolulu, HI

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$26,020Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$43,806Median earnings 4 years after

$42,099Median earnings 5 years after

$25,000Median federal debt

22Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of Hawaii at Manoa earn a median of $26,020 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 $25,000, about 96% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from University of Hawaii at Manoa make?

The median salary is $26,020 one year after graduation and $42,099 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.