Area Studies at Washington and Lee University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Area Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University | $34,919* | — | $19,802* | — |
| William & Mary | $53,779* | $59,898 | $15,250* | 0.28 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $35,557* | $41,752 | $23,500* | 0.66 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $34,280* | $59,351 | $23,000* | 0.67 |
| University of Richmond | $33,340* | $51,138 | $19,750* | 0.59 |
| National Median | $34,211* | — | $20,552* | 0.60 |
Other Area Studies Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $25,040 | $53,779 | $15,250 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $35,557 | $23,500 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $34,280 | $23,000 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $62,600 | $33,340 | $19,750 |
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 Washington and Lee University, approximately 11% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.