Area Studies
Bachelor's degree · University of Notre Dame · Notre Dame, IN
$35,304Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,832Median earnings 4 years after
$58,279Median earnings 5 years after
$18,250Median federal debt
29Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of Notre Dame earn a median of $35,304 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 $18,250, about 52% of first-year earnings.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Area Studies graduates from University of Notre Dame make?
The median salary is $35,304 one year after graduation and $58,279 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.