Area Studies
Bachelor's degree · Hobart William Smith Colleges · Geneva, NY
$39,939Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,381Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,000Median federal debt
19Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at Hobart William Smith Colleges earn a median of $39,939 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 $24,000, about 60% of first-year earnings.
Area Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $43,831 | $17,250 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $41,479 | $21,636 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $40,811 | $26,000 |
| Barnard College New York | $34,142 | $19,000 |
| University at Albany Albany | $32,808 | $21,361 |
| Vassar College Poughkeepsie | $22,741 | — |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $16,733 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Area Studies graduates from Hobart William Smith Colleges make?
The median salary is $39,939 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.