Below are the key facts about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. See how Macalester College compares to other colleges that offer area studies.
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In the most recent year for which we have data, Macalester College conferred 8 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,288 | $67,874 |
| Fees | $230 | $230 |
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Among recent graduates, 38% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at Macalester College are White. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Macalester College with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the area studies majors at Macalester College.
The area studies program at Macalester College includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 6 |
| Latin American Studies | 2 |
Macalester College awarded 6 completions in asian studies/civilization recently — 67% to women and 33% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (50%).
Macalester College awarded 2 degrees in latin american studies in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Hispanic or Latino (50%).