Area Studies at University at Buffalo
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Area Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (50 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Buffalo | — | — | — | — |
| Cornell University | $43,831 | $75,147 | $17,625 | 0.40 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $41,479 | $63,437 | $22,486 | 0.54 |
| Fordham University | $40,811 | $59,590 | $26,884 | 0.66 |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges | $39,939 | — | $24,250 | 0.61 |
| Barnard College | $34,142 | — | $19,000 | 0.56 |
| National Median | $34,211 | — | $20,552 | 0.60 |
Other Area Studies Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $43,831 | $17,625 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $41,479 | $22,486 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $40,811 | $26,884 |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva | $63,268 | $39,939 | $24,250 |
| Barnard College New York | $66,246 | $34,142 | $19,000 |
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 University at Buffalo, approximately 32% 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.