Area Studies at California State University-Fresno
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Area Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (39 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fresno | — | — | — | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $50,728 | $77,557 | $14,972 | 0.30 |
| University of California-Irvine | $30,897 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $29,316 | $47,728 | $17,500 | 0.60 |
| California State University-Long Beach | $28,591 | $51,163 | $15,697 | 0.55 |
| California State University-Northridge | $26,793 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $34,211 | — | $20,552 | 0.60 |
Other Area Studies Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $50,728 | $14,972 |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $14,237 | $30,897 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $29,316 | $17,500 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $28,591 | $15,697 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $7,095 | $26,793 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At California State University-Fresno, approximately 56% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.