by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Brandeis University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #5 out of 6 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Brandeis University among the top schools in the country for area studies, coming in at #55 out of 72 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Schools | 55 of 72 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in Massachusetts | 5 of 6 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in the New England Region | 12 of 13 |
The table below lists every degree level available for area studies at Brandeis University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 37 |
| Doctoral | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Brandeis University conferred 37 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
Brandeis University holds a strong position among schools offering area studies at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #5 out of 6 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Massachusetts | 5 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the New England Region | 12 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 49 |
Area Studies majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Brandeis University earn a median of $55,201 a year. This is lower than $70,733, the median for all majors at Brandeis University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Brandeis University, area studies students accumulate a median of $26,000 in student loans. This is above $25,653, the typical median for all majors at Brandeis University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $59,408 | $67,082 |
| Fees | $998 | $998 |
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Among recent graduates, 43% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 57% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at Brandeis University are White. About 51% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Brandeis University with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Brandeis University conferred 9 bachelor’s degrees in american/united states studies/civilization recently — 44% to women and 56% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (89%).
Brandeis University granted 9 bachelor’s completions in east asian studies recently — 44% to women and 56% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Non-Resident Alien (56%).
Brandeis University granted 8 bachelor’s degrees in near and middle eastern studies recently — 88% to women and 12% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (88%).
Brandeis University awarded 4 bachelor’s completions in spanish and iberian studies recently — 50% to women and 50% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (50%).
Brandeis University awarded 3 bachelor’s completions in latin american studies recently — 67% to women and 33% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Hispanic or Latino (100%).
Brandeis University awarded 2 bachelor’s completions in french studies recently — 50% to women and 50% to men.
Brandeis University awarded 1 bachelor’s completion in european studies/civilization recently — 100% to women and 0% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).
Brandeis University awarded 1 bachelor’s completion in russian studies in the latest year of data — 0% to women and 100% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Brandeis University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Degrees in Area Studies | 2 |
