Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Bachelor's degree · Amherst College · Amherst, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies at Amherst College earn a median of $40,120 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 $18,032, about 45% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $43,926 | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $41,872 | $27,000 |
| Brandeis University Waltham | $35,057 | $24,226 |
| Smith College Northampton | $19,105 | $18,259 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies graduates from Amherst College make?
The median salary is $40,120 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,032.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.