American U.S. Studies Doctor’s Degrees
A doctor’s degree in American U.S. Studies is offered at 135 colleges in the United States, where you can earn adoctor’s degree in American U.S. Studies.
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Education Levels of American U.S. Studies Majors
In the most recent reporting year, 1,156 students earned theirAmerican U.S. Studies majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in American U.S. Studies at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 1 |
| Associate’s Degree | 112 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 775 |
| Master’s Degree | 186 |
| Doctor’s Degree (this page) | 82 |
Earnings of American U.S. Studies Majors With Doctor’s Degrees (All Award Levels)
Federal data tracks the median salary for graduates with adoctor’s degree in American U.S. Studies of $54,317 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,815 |
| 4 years | $54,317 |
| 5 years | $64,382 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for American U.S. Studies majors who have their doctor’s degree is not currently available.
Most Popular American U.S. Studies Programs for Doctor’s Degrees
There are 205 colleges that offer a doctor’s degree in American U.S. Studies. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for American U.S. Studies students seeking a doctor's degree is Coastline Community College. This school awarded 106 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Berkeley comes in at #2 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. This school awarded 56 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State University-Fullerton comes in at #3 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 37 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Yale University comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. This school awarded 33 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Notre Dame comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 30 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Wesleyan University comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 28 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Columbia University in the City of New York comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 27 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. This school awarded 24 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Brown University comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 23 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
William & Mary is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. This school awarded 22 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Barnard College comes in at #11 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 21 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
George Washington University comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. During the most recent year for which we have data, 21 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State University-Long Beach is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 19 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Oberlin College comes in at #14 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. This school awarded 19 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Texas at Austin is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. This school awarded 19 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. This school awarded 18 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Hawaii at Manoa is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 17 people received their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Fordham University is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. This school awarded 16 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Georgetown University comes in at #19 on our list of the most popular colleges offering doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies. This school awarded 16 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their doctor's degree in American U.S. Studies here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Trinity College is a popular choice for American U.S. Studies majors seeking their doctor's degree. This school awarded 16 doctor's degrees in American U.S. Studies in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to American U.S. Studies that also offer doctor’s degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 705 |
| Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign) | 680 |
| Area Studies, Other | 630 |
| East Asian Studies | 581 |
| Latin American Studies | 498 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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