General
Intercultural And International Studies
Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Intercultural And International Studies.
Entry Level Salary
$37,000
Median Salary
$84,413
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
28.7%
Working non-college jobs
Earnings Trajectory
Lifetime: $3,376,520
Entry (Early)
$37,000
Median (Prime)
$84,413
High (Prime)
$90,000
ROI Sensitivity AnalysisAssuming 4 Years to Graduation
This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.
Lifetime Value Added (NPV)
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
-122k
+279k
+324k
$25k / yr
-212k
+189k
+234k
$50k / yr
-302k
+99k
+144k
Break-even Age
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
26
26
$25k / yr
Never
32
31
$50k / yr
Never
41
38
Return on Investment %
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-195%
174%
216%
$50k / yr
-139%
46%
66%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).
Important Note: Your ROI with any major will depend on the cost you pay to attend the program, and your starting salary. Both vary significantly across institutions. We encourage you to explore the ROI of a specific program variant by selecting the Program title of the credential level you are interested in. You will then have a more detailed return analysis for programs at specific institutions. We also encourage you to use the ROI calculator, or for more sophisticated analysis, the Guided ROI Interview, with your specific estimates of cost and salary.
Education Impact
Advanced Degree Rate41.2%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.
Top Professions
Management occupations
5.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$48,397
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$100,000|$122,090
openings
1,147,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.1%
Lawyers, judges, and related workers
5.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$90,040
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$125,000|$144,040
openings
34,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +4%
Postsecondary teachers
2.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$19,200
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$64,894|$81,600
openings
136,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.9%
Elementary and middle school teachers
2.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$38,042
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$52,063|$62,500
openings
132,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -2%
Social and community service managers
1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$45,020
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$78,785|$78,240
openings
18,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.4%
Management analysts
1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$87,278
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$109,994|$101,190
openings
98,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +8.8%
Education and childcare administrators
1.8% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$64,894
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$66,640|$100,650
openings
45,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.3%
Project management specialists
1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$74,970
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$94,391|$100,750
openings
78,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%
Customer service representatives
1.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$26,547
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$40,000|$42,830
openings
341,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): -5.5%
Secondary school teachers
1.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$46,371
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$56,275|$64,530
openings
72,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.6%
About this Data:
- Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 27 and under (PUMS).
- Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
- Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2024–2034).
Program Variants & Earnings Ranges
Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.
Completers Only: Federal median earnings data strictly reflects outcomes for students who successfully graduated. Students who do not complete their degree typically earn significantly less and face higher risks of debt default.
| Program Title | Credential Level | # Colleges | Median Earnings Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| cultural studies/critical theory and analysis. | Bachelor's Degree | 16 | $37,350 - $37,350 |
| cultural studies/critical theory and analysis. | Master's Degree | 9 | Data N/A |
| intercultural/multicultural and diversity studies. | Undergrad Certificate | 11 | $67,798 - $67,798 |
| intercultural/multicultural and diversity studies. | Bachelor's Degree | 29 | $39,407 - $67,921 |
| intercultural/multicultural and diversity studies. | Master's Degree | 9 | $62,952 - $69,678 |
| intercultural/multicultural and diversity studies. | Graduate Certificate | 1 | Data N/A |
| peace studies and conflict resolution. | Undergrad Certificate | 6 | $72,580 - $72,580 |
| peace studies and conflict resolution. | Bachelor's Degree | 49 | $53,498 - $80,344 |
| peace studies and conflict resolution. | Master's Degree | 27 | $54,378 - $95,683 |
| peace studies and conflict resolution. | Graduate Certificate | 6 | $56,391 - $56,391 |