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 West Point compares to other colleges that offer area studies.
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For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, United States Military Academy awarded 9 bachelor’s degrees in area studies.
Every one of the 9 students who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in area studies from West Point were men.
The largest share of area studies bachelor’s degree graduates at West Point are White. Approximately 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from United States Military Academy with a bachelor’s in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Here are the demographics of the area studies majors at United States Military Academy.
This area studies program at West Point breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Near and Middle Eastern Studies | 5 |
| European Studies/Civilization | 2 |
| African Studies | 1 |
| Russian Studies | 1 |
West Point awarded 5 degrees in near and middle eastern studies in the most recent reporting year — 0% to women and 100% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (80%).
West Point conferred 2 degrees in european studies/civilization recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (50%).
West Point conferred 1 degree in african studies recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. The most common background among these graduates was Hispanic or Latino (100%).
West Point awarded 1 completion in russian studies recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (100%).