Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how George Mason stacks up against peers offering area studies.
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During the most recent reporting year, George Mason University conferred 8 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,510 | $34,860 |
| Fees | $3,828 | $3,828 |
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Among recent graduates, 50% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at George Mason are White. About 88% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Mason University with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Every one of the 2 students who graduated with a master’s degree in area studies from George Mason identified as men.
The largest share of area studies master’s degree graduates at George Mason were White. Roughly 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Mason University with a master’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the area studies majors at George Mason University.
This area studies program at George Mason breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Russian Studies | 8 |
| Near and Middle Eastern Studies | 2 |
George Mason granted 8 degrees in russian studies in the latest year of data — 50% to women and 50% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (88%).
George Mason awarded 2 completions in near and middle eastern studies recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).