by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at UIC. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates UIC as a strong choice for area studies, coming in at #62 out of 72 schools nationally.Ranking Rank Best Area Studies Schools 62 of 72 Best Area Studies Schools in Illinois 2 of 3 Best Area Studies Schools in the Great Lakes Region 8 of 10
Here is each degree level offered in area studies at UIC, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.Degree Level Annual Graduates Bachelor’s 10 Master’s 13 Doctoral 1
During the most recent reporting year, University of Illinois Chicago handed out 10 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
UIC is not yet ranked for area studies at the bachelor’s level.
Area Studies graduates with a bachelor’s degree from UIC earn a median of $35,196 a year. This is below $73,881, the median for all majors at UIC.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.In State Out of State Tuition $10,776 $28,849 Fees $3,160 $3,160
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Among recent graduates, 30% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 70% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at UIC were Hispanic or Latino. Roughly 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Illinois Chicago with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
UIC conferred 7 bachelor’s degrees in latin american studies in the most recent reporting year — 71% to women and 29% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Hispanic or Latino (100%).
UIC awarded 3 bachelor’s degrees in asian studies/civilization in the most recent reporting year — 67% to women and 33% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Asian (100%).
Graduate study is also available at UIC. Here are the graduate award levels offered.Graduate Level Annual Graduates Master’s Degrees in Area Studies 13 Doctoral Degrees in Area Studies 1