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 UW - Madison ranks among other schools offering degrees in international studies.
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UW - Madison was ranked #14 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for international 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 #1 in Wisconsin.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Wisconsin - Madison handed out 95 bachelor's degrees in international studies. This is an increase of 16% over the previous year when 82 degrees were handed out.
International Studies majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UW - Madison go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $28,989 a year. This is less than $29,348, which is the national median of all international studies majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at UW - Madison, international studies students borrow a median amount of $20,469 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all international studies bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $21,745.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international studies majors at University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Of the 95 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in international studies from UW - Madison in 2021, 25% were men and 75% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at UW - Madison are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 64% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Wisconsin - Madison with a bachelor's in international studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 |
| White | 61 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 7 |
| Other Races | 7 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Science | 77 |
| Sustainability Science | 40 |
| Science, Technology & Society | 39 |
| Classical & Ancient Studies | 24 |
| Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 14 |
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