Here, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how BYU ranks among other schools offering degrees in area studies.
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The bachelor's program at BYU was ranked #25 on College Factual's Best Schools for area studies list. It is also ranked #1 in Utah.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Brigham Young University - Provo handed out 69 bachelor's degrees in area studies. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
The median salary of area studies students who receive their bachelor's degree at BYU is $30,421. This is about the same as the yearly salary of allarea studies bachelor's degree recipients across the nation.
While getting their bachelor's degree at BYU, area studies students borrow a median amount of $10,236 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all area studies bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $20,500.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the area studies majors at Brigham Young University - Provo.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 69 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in area studies from BYU. About 57% were men and 43% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 77% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Brigham Young University - Provo with a bachelor's in area studies.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 0 |
Black or African American | 0 |
Hispanic or Latino | 10 |
White | 53 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
Other Races | 3 |
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