by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in area studies at University of Chicago. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 3 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks University of Chicago as a strong choice for area studies, placing at #67 out of 80 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Schools | 67 of 80 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in Illinois | 1 of 3 |
| Best Area Studies Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 8 of 12 |
The following degree levels are granted in area studies at University of Chicago, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 20 |
| Master’s | 21 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Chicago conferred 21 master’s degrees in area studies.
University of Chicago is among the very best schools in the country for area studies at the master’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 3 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Master’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 1 |
| Best Area Studies Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 4 |
| Best Area Studies Master’s Degree Schools | 20 |
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $79,539 | $79,539 |
| Fees | $1,452 | $1,452 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 48% of area studies master’s degrees went to men and 52% went to women.
The largest share of area studies master’s degree graduates at University of Chicago were White. Roughly 71% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Chicago with a master’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
University of Chicago granted 21 master’s completions in near and middle eastern studies in the latest year of data — 52% to women and 48% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (71%).
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at University of Chicago. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Area Studies | 20 |