Area Studies
Master's degree · Stanford University · Stanford, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$116,125Median earnings 4 years after
$94,964Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
34Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Area Studies at Stanford University earn a median of $73,536. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $68,936 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,626–$99,104).
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Area Studies graduates from Stanford University make?
The median salary is $73,536 and $94,964 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.