by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Brown University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 1 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Brown University as a strong choice for area studies, ranked #24 out of 72 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Schools | 24 of 72 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in Rhode Island | 1 of 1 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in the New England Region | 8 of 13 |
The table below lists every degree level available for area studies at Brown University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 72 |
| Master’s | 12 |
| Doctoral | 14 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Brown University handed out 72 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
Brown University is among the very best schools in the country for area studies at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Rhode Island | 1 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the New England Region | 8 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 21 |
Area Studies graduates with a bachelor’s degree from Brown University report a median salary of $48,838 a year. This is lower than $105,517, the median for all majors at Brown University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Brown University, area studies graduates take on a median debt of $12,000 in student loans. This is below $13,025, the typical median for all majors at Brown University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,944 | $68,612 |
| Fees | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 40% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 60% went to women.
The majority of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at Brown University are White. Approximately 35% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Brown University with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 13 |
| Other Races | 9 |
Brown University conferred 27 bachelor’s degrees in east asian studies in the latest year of data — 52% to women and 48% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Non-Resident Alien (33%).
Brown University conferred 9 bachelor’s degrees in african studies in the most recent reporting year — 67% to women and 33% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Black or African American (89%).
Brown University conferred 8 bachelor’s completions in french studies recently — 75% to women and 25% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (50%).
Brown University conferred 8 bachelor’s completions in near and middle eastern studies in the most recent reporting year — 62% to women and 38% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (62%).
Brown University awarded 7 bachelor’s degrees in slavic studies recently — 57% to women and 43% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (43%).
Brown University granted 6 bachelor’s completions in american/united states studies/civilization recently — 67% to women and 33% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (33%).
Brown University conferred 4 bachelor’s completions in german studies in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).
Brown University granted 3 bachelor’s degrees in latin american and caribbean studies recently — 67% to women and 33% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Hispanic or Latino (100%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Brown University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Area Studies | 12 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Area Studies | 14 |
