Area Studies

Bachelor's degree · Washington University in St Louis · St. Louis, MO

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$30,716Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
27Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at Washington University in St Louis earn a median of $30,716 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).

Area Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$44,096$21,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from Washington University in St Louis make?

The median salary is $30,716 one year after graduation.

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