Earnings Distribution
How University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $35,862 | $72,551 | +102% |
| Georgetown University | $64,851 | $83,492 | +29% |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $46,699 | $74,369 | +59% |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $44,276 | $71,490 | +61% |
| University of Chicago | $38,008 | $67,026 | +76% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Area Studies masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Michigan-Ann ArborAnn Arbor | $17,228 | $35,862 | $72,551 | — | — |
 Georgetown UniversityWashington | $65,081 | $64,851 | $83,492 | — | — |
 New York UniversityNew York | $60,438 | $51,233 | $56,699 | — | — |
 The University of Texas at AustinAustin | $11,678 | $46,699 | $74,369 | — | — |
 University of Washington-Seattle CampusSeattle | $12,643 | $44,276 | $71,490 | — | — |
 Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York | $69,045 | $42,327 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $44,276 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with area studies graduates
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 of Michigan-Ann Arbor, approximately 18% 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.