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African American Studies in North Carolina

African American Studies Schools in North Carolina

Jobs for African American Studies Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 610 people employed in jobs related to an African American Studies degree, compared to 11,430 nationwide.

African American Studies Jobs Nationwide vs. NC

Wages for African American Studies Jobs in North Carolina

African American Studies grads earn an average of $79,590 in the state and $97,350 nationwide.

African American Studies Wages Nationwide vs. NC

There are 6 colleges in North Carolina that offer African American Studies degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $44,953 a year. The school admits about 80% of applicants. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,785 a year. The school admits about 90% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 76%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $51,058 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 19%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

#4

Duke University

Durham

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $74,497 after earning their degree at this institution. About 7% of those who apply are admitted. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $44,602 a year. With an admission rate of 90%, getting in takes some planning. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

#6

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $52,635 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 22%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.

African American Studies Careers in NC

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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