by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at UMGC. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level. It ranks as high as #2 out of 2 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UMGC among the top schools in the country for area studies, placing at #40 out of 72 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Schools | 40 of 72 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in Maryland | 2 of 2 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 8 of 14 |
The table below lists every degree level available for area studies at UMGC, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 49 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Maryland Global Campus conferred 49 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
UMGC is among the very best schools in the country for area studies at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Maryland | 2 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 10 |
| Best Area Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 38 |
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,344 | $11,976 |
| Fees | $360 | $360 |
Learn more about UMGC tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 51% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 49% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at UMGC are White. About 37% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Maryland Global Campus with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 11 |
UMGC granted 49 bachelor’s completions in asian studies/civilization recently — 49% to women and 51% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (37%).