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Ethnic Studies Schools in District of Columbia

12 Ethnic Studies students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Ethnic Studies is the 116th most popular major out of a total 171 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Ethnic Studies Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 9
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 16.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 16.7%
  • White: 58.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.3%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Ethnic Studies Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 950 people employed in jobs related to an ethnic studies degree, compared to 66,990 nationwide.

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Wages for Ethnic Studies Jobs in District of Columbia

In this state, ethnic studies grads earn an average of $93,730. Nationwide, they make an average of $55,230.

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There are 3 colleges in District of Columbia that offer ethnic studies degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Gallaudet University

Washington
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. The student loan default rate is 8.40% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $28,704 after graduation.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 53%. Graduates earn an average $62,584 after graduation.

#3

Howard University

Washington
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 6.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years.

Ethnic Studies Careers in DC

Some of the careers ethnic studies majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 12% $98,850

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Area Studies 119
Other Culture & Gender Studies 5

View all majors related to Ethnic Studies

View Nationwide Ethnic Studies Report

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