Area Studies

Undergraduate certificate · University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee · Milwaukee, WI

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$43,166Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$22,378Median federal debt

23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Area Studies at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee earn a median of $43,166. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $52,845 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,476–$72,212). Median debt is $22,378, about 52% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Area Studies graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee make?

The median salary is $43,166.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,378.

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