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African American Studies in District of Columbia

African American Studies Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for African American Studies Grads in District of Columbia

There are 240 people in the state and 11,430 people in the nation working in African American Studies jobs.

African American Studies Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for African American Studies Jobs in District of Columbia

African American Studies grads earn an average of $119,930 in the state and $97,350 nationwide.

African American Studies Wages Nationwide vs. DC

Our data covers 3 colleges in District of Columbia offering African American Studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Howard University

Washington

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,194 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 35% of applicants. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Georgetown University

Washington

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $76,027 a year. The school admits about 13% of applicants. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

American University

Washington

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $50,329 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 47% of applicants. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

African American Studies Careers in DC

Some of the careers African American Studies majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary $47,517

Below are some popular majors that are similar to African American Studies.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
American US Studies 1,156
Asian Studies 705
Other Area Studies 630
African Studies 209
Ancient Studies/Civilization 157
Other Culture & Gender Studies 47
Area Studies 6

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