Area Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of South Carolina-Columbia · Columbia, SC

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$32,064Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$19,500Median federal debt

34Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of South Carolina-Columbia earn a median of $32,064 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 $19,500, about 61% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia make?

The median salary is $32,064 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

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