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Ethnic Studies in District of Columbia

Ethnic Studies Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for Ethnic Studies Grads in District of Columbia

400 people in the state and 64,790 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Ethnic Studies.

Ethnic Studies Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for Ethnic Studies Jobs in District of Columbia

A typical salary for an Ethnic Studies grad in the state is $107,306, compared to a typical salary of $70,666 nationwide.

Ethnic Studies Wages Nationwide vs. DC

There are 5 colleges in District of Columbia that offer Ethnic Studies degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Gallaudet University

Washington

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $32,840 a year. With an admission rate of 61%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 77%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $66,952 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

American University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,329 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 47% of applicants. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

#4

Howard University

Washington

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,194 a year. About 35% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.

#5

Georgetown University

Washington

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $76,027 a year. About 13% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Ethnic Studies Careers in DC

Some of the careers Ethnic Studies majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 12% $52,627
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary 7% $47,517

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Ethnic Studies.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Area Studies 5,875
Other Culture & Gender Studies 47

View all majors related to Ethnic Studies

View Nationwide Ethnic Studies Report

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