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Area Studies Schools in New Jersey

In 2020-2021, 29 students earned their Area Studies degrees in NJ.

In this state, Area Studies is the 93rd most popular major out of a total 203 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Area Studies Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 21
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a area studies major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of area studies majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.4%
  • Black or African American: 10.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.4%
  • White: 48.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 34.5%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Area Studies Grads in New Jersey

330 people in the state and 9,850 in the nation are employed in jobs related to area studies.

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Wages for Area Studies Jobs in New Jersey

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There are 4 colleges in New Jersey that offer area studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Princeton University

Princeton
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $84,713 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 62% of students receive it.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

A typical student attending Rutgers Newark will pay a net price of $15,996. Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years. The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#2

Seton Hall University

South Orange
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $54,071 after graduation. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 3.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
9,893 Total Students

In their early career, Stockton State grads earn an average salary of $45,422. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time.

Area Studies Careers in NJ

Some of the careers area studies majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Ethnic Studies 8

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