Area Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC

CIP 05.01

$31,955Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,933Median earnings 4 years after
$58,306Median earnings 5 years after
$13,261Median federal debt
146Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earn a median of $31,955 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 $13,261, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill make?

The median salary is $31,955 one year after graduation and $58,306 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,261.

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