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Area Studies in Minnesota

Area Studies Schools in Minnesota

72 students earned Area Studies degrees in Minnesota in the 2022-2023 year.

As a degree choice, Area Studies is the 123rd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Area Studies Majors in Minnesota

Area Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 66
Master’s Degree 3
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Minnesota, a area studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of area studies majors in Minnesota is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.9%
  • Black or African American: 4.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.5%
  • White: 56.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.7%
  • Other Races: 9.7%
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Jobs for Area Studies Grads in Minnesota

260 people in the state and 9,850 in the nation are employed in jobs related to area studies.

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Wages for Area Studies Jobs in Minnesota

A typical salary for a area studies grad in the state is $86,000, compared to a typical salary of $85,450 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Minnesota that offer area studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

St Olaf College

Northfield
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
2,953 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

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#2

Carleton College

Northfield
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
1,940 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $30,838. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1.

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12 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,017 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 82% of the teachers are full time.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
2,230 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $24,224. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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10 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
10,275 Total Students

93% of students get financical aid. 82% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,156.

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#6

Macalester College

Saint Paul
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
2,049 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,697. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

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#7

Saint Johns University

Collegeville
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
1,668 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $25,169. It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. 83% of the teachers are full time.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
1,668 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 90%. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
14,761 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. A typical student attending Minnesota State Mankato will pay a net price of $17,812. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
1,339 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $10,541.

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1 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
5,547 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 58%.

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Area Studies Careers in MN

Some of the careers area studies majors go into include:

Job Title MN Job Growth MN Median Salary
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 4% $76,500

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to area studies.

Major Annual Graduates in MN
Ethnic Studies 143

View all majors related to Area Studies

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