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Ethnic Studies Schools in Connecticut

117 students earned Ethnic Studies degrees in Connecticut in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Ethnic Studies is the 84th most popular major out of a total 244 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Ethnic Studies Majors in Connecticut

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 91
Master’s Degree 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 4
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 4
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a ethnic studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of ethnic studies majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 9.4%
  • Black or African American: 29.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 17.9%
  • White: 29.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.4%
  • Other Races: 10.3%
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Jobs for Ethnic Studies Grads in Connecticut

630 people in the state and 66,990 in the nation are employed in jobs related to ethnic studies.

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Wages for Ethnic Studies Jobs in Connecticut

Ethnic Studies grads earn an average of $47,560 in the state and $55,230 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Connecticut that offer ethnic studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Yale University

New Haven
49 Degrees in Major Awarded
97% Graduation Rate
12,060 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $72,046 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $15,296. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $56,144 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 77% of students receive it.

#2

Wesleyan University

Middletown
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
3,053 Total Students

8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private institution charges an average net price of $28,813. Of all the students who attend this school, 48% get financial aid.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

In their early career, SCSU grads earn an average salary of $42,096. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,830. It takes the average student 4.52 years to graduate.

#4

Connecticut College

New London
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,737 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
4,644 Total Students

In their early career, ECSU grads earn an average salary of $43,081. The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#7

Trinity College

Hartford
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,241 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. In their early career, Trinity Bantams grads earn an average salary of $61,447.

Ethnic Studies Careers in CT

Some of the careers ethnic studies majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 11% $46,710
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 5% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Area Studies 217

View all majors related to Ethnic Studies

View Nationwide Ethnic Studies Report

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