Ethnic Studies at Amherst College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Ethnic Studies, you may want to check out the program at Amherst College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Amherst College is located in Amherst, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 ethnic studies degrees were granted at Amherst College.
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Online Class Availability at Amherst College
Amherst College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Ethnic Studies Rankings at Amherst College
Rankings can help you compare Amherst College’s Ethnic Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #33 of 143 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 142 |
Earnings for Ethnic Studies Graduates from Amherst College
Students who complete Amherst College’s Ethnic Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,896 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Ethnic Studies graduates from Amherst College stands at $18,032.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Ethnic Studies graduates at Amherst College, by degree type.
Program-wide, Ethnic Studies graduates at Amherst College are 72% women (13) and 28% men (5).
Ethnic Studies Bachelor’s Program at Amherst College
Of the 18 bachelor’s ethnic studies degrees awarded at Amherst College, 72% were women (13) and 28% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Ethnic Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 89% of Ethnic Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College, above the national average of 66%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Ethnic Studies Concentrations at Amherst College
The Ethnic Studies program at Amherst College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| African American Studies | 13 |
| Women’s Studies | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Ethnic Studies Graduates
Students who finish Ethnic Studies program at Amherst College go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Ethnic Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.