Area Studies
Bachelor's degree · University of Puget Sound · Tacoma, WA
$29,232Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$57,407Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Area Studies at University of Puget Sound earn a median of $29,232 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 $27,000, about 92% of first-year earnings.
Area Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $43,668 | $14,845 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $43,668 | $14,845 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $43,668 | $14,845 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $33,103 | $15,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Area Studies graduates from University of Puget Sound make?
The median salary is $29,232 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.