Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Rice University stacks up against peers offering area studies.
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During the most recent reporting year, Rice University handed out 12 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $52,070 | $60,314 |
| Fees | $933 | $933 |
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Among recent graduates, 42% of area studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 58% went to women.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at Rice University are Hispanic or Latino. About 58% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rice University with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the area studies majors at Rice University.
This area studies program at Rice University offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian Studies/Civilization | 6 |
| Latin American Studies | 6 |
Rice University granted 6 completions in asian studies/civilization in the latest year of data — 50% to women and 50% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Asian (50%).
Rice University awarded 6 completions in latin american studies in the latest year of data — 67% to women and 33% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (100%).