Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies at Georgetown University

Georgetown's Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies program produces graduates earning $51,388 their first year—63% above the national median for this field and even 11% above DC's already-elevated median. While that places it in the 95th percentile nationally, it's worth noting this is only the 60th percentile among DC programs, where the field generally pays better. Still, the comparison to American University (Georgetown grads earn $5,000 more) suggests this premium is real, even in a competitive local market.

The $17,000 median debt is lower than both national and DC benchmarks, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.33—manageable by any standard. Georgetown's selectivity and brand clearly translate to better job placement, though whether that's worth the institution's likely higher total cost of attendance depends on your specific financial aid package. The caveat: this data comes from a very small sample, meaning one or two career outcomes could swing these numbers considerably.

For families who can afford Georgetown's sticker price or qualify for substantial aid, this program appears to offer genuine labor market advantages over alternatives. If you're comparing full-pay costs across schools, verify these outcomes with the career services office and ask about employment patterns beyond just the first year.