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. Also, learn how Cornell ranks among other schools offering degrees in area studies.
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Cornell was ranked #11 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for area studies majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #3 in New York.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Cornell University handed out 37 bachelor's degrees in area studies. This is a decrease of 31% over the previous year when 54 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 10 students received their master’s degree in area studies from Cornell. This makes it the #25 most popular school for area studies master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 2 students received their doctoral degrees in area studies in 2021, making the school the #26 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of area studies students who receive their bachelor's degree at Cornell is $30,086. This is less than $30,421, which is the national median of all area studies majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Cornell, area studies students borrow a median amount of $17,625 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 Cornell University.
The area studies program at Cornell awarded 37 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 43% of these degrees went to men with the other 57% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor's in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 5 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 10 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in area studies from Cornell. About 40% were men and 60% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cornell University with a master's in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ethnic Studies | 18 |
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