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International Studies Schools in California

1,569 students earned International Studies degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, International Studies is the 68th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of International Studies Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,510
Master’s Degree 58
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1

Gender Distribution

In California, a international studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of international studies majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 20.5%
  • Black or African American: 2.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 22.8%
  • White: 23.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 23.4%
  • Other Races: 7.6%
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Jobs for International Studies Grads in California

In this state, there are 160 people employed in jobs related to an international studies degree, compared to 5,660 nationwide.

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Wages for International Studies Jobs in California

In this state, international studies grads earn an average of $74,060. Nationwide, they make an average of $115,300.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer international studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

585 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

The 1.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it.

293 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
26,179 Total Students

88% of the teachers are full time. The 1.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,252.

172 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

In their early career, UC Irvine grads earn an average salary of $52,679. The student loan default rate of 1.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 74% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

135 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
9,554 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.09 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. The 1.80% student loan default rate is lower than average.

44 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
40,069 Total Students

In their early career, CSULB grads earn an average salary of $46,059. The student loan default rate of 2.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. It takes the average student 4.78 years to graduate.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,427 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,023. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
952 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $80,273 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $21,743.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
26,434 Total Students

87% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%.

International Studies Careers in CA

Some of the careers international studies majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Biological & Physical Science 18,864
Other Interdisciplinary Studies 2,975
Cognitive Science 1,765
Nutrition Science 1,195
Human Biology 609
Behavioral Science 570
Mathematics & Computer Science 475
Gerontology 285

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