by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. In addition, we cover how Carleton ranks in comparison to other schools with area studies programs.
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The bachelor's program at Carleton was ranked #28 on College Factual's Best Schools for area studies list. It is also ranked #1 in Minnesota.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Carleton College handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in area studies. This is a decrease of 29% over the previous year when 21 degrees were handed out.
Area Studies majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Carleton go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $27,669 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $30,421 for all area studies students.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the area studies majors at Carleton College.
For the most recent academic year available, 7% of area studies bachelor's degrees went to men and 93% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Carleton College with a bachelor's in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ethnic Studies | 4 |
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