Area Studies

Master's degree · New York University · New York, NY

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$51,233Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,404Median earnings 4 years after
$64,679Median earnings 5 years after
$34,157Median federal debt
77Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Area Studies at New York University earn a median of $51,233 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $68,936 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,626–$99,104). Median debt is $34,157, about 67% of first-year earnings.

Area Studies (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Columbia University in the City of New York
New York
$42,327$50,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from New York University make?

The median salary is $51,233 one year after graduation and $64,679 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,157.

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