Area Studies at University of Illinois Chicago
If you plan to study Area Studies, consider the program at University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago sits in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 area studies degrees were awarded at University of Illinois Chicago.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Chicago. Of 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Area Studies Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Chicago’s Area Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 80 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 80 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 80 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 80 |
Earnings for Area Studies Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Those who finish University of Illinois Chicago’s Area Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,968 |
| 2 years | $30,554 |
| 4 years | $35,196 |
| 5 years | $43,913 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Area Studies graduates from University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $35,196, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Area Studies graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Area Studies graduates at University of Illinois Chicago are 58% women (14) and 42% men (10).
Area Studies Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 10 bachelor’s area studies degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 70% were women (7) and 30% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Area Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
Minority students account for 100% of Area Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, higher than the national average of 44%.*
Area Studies Master’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 13 master’s area studies degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 46% were women (6) and 54% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Area Studies master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 38% of Area Studies master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Area Studies Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Among the 1 doctoral area studies graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Area Studies doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Area Studies Concentrations at University of Illinois Chicago
This Area Studies program at University of Illinois Chicago includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian Studies | 3 |
| Latin American Studies | 15 |
| German Studies | 6 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Area Studies Graduates
Those who complete Area Studies program at University of Illinois Chicago pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Area Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.