by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Cal State LA ranks among other schools offering degrees in area studies.
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The bachelor's program at Cal State LA was ranked #66 on College Factual's Best Schools for area studies list. It is also ranked #12 in California.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Area Studies Master’s Degree Schools | 17 |
| Best Area Studies Graduate Degree Schools | 18 |
| Best Area Studies Schools | 66 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, California State University - Los Angeles handed out 3 bachelor's degrees in area studies. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 16 students received their master’s degree in area studies from Cal State LA. This makes it the #16 most popular school for area studies master’s degree candidates in the country.
The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $17,622 |
| Fees | $1,076 | $1,076 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,011 | $1,011 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $18,658 | $18,658 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $6,858 | $6,858 |
Learn more about Cal State LA tuition and fees.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 3 students earned a bachelor's degree in area studies from Cal State LA. About 33% of these graduates were women and the other 67% were men.
The majority of the bachelor's degree graduates for this major are Hispanic or Latino. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Los Angeles with a bachelor's in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the Cal State LA area studies bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Cal State LA Online Learning page.
Of the 11 students who earned a master's degree in Area Studies from Cal State LA in 2021-2022, 36% were men and 64% were women.
The majority of the master's degree graduates for this major are Hispanic or Latino. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 82% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Los Angeles with a master's in area studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the area studies majors at California State University - Los Angeles.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Ethnic Studies | 40 |
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