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Middle East Studies, BA

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Immerse Yourself in the Cultures of the Middle East 

Four students having a conversationThe bachelor’s degree in Middle East studies combines a comprehensive exploration of one of the world’s most fascinating and influential regions with three years of foreign language study, typically in Arabic. The program can accept transfer credits in other Middle East languages with certain conditions.

When you graduate, you’ll have advanced foreign language skills and a multi-disciplinary understanding of Middle Eastern societies and cultures. The combination will prepare you for a wide variety of career opportunities or for graduate studies.

Where a Middle East Studies Degree Will Take You

A Middle East studies degree opens doors to an array of career opportunities where language, social, and cultural knowledge are essential: international diplomacy, social services, academia, journalism, business, law, and more. The degree also provides an excellent foundation for graduate studies in the modern Middle East.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the , and is meant to be averages across the United States for 2024. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$59,440 Median Salary

Interpreters and Translators

Employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow 2 percent from 2023 to 2033, slower than the average for all occupations.

Despite limited employment growth, about 7,500 openings for interpreters and translators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Most of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$139,380 Median Salary

Political Scientists

Employment of political scientists is projected to grow 3 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 500 openings for political scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$60,280 Median Salary

News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists

Employment of news analysts, reporters, and journalists is projected to decline 3 percent from 2023 to 2033.

Despite declining employment, about 4,500 openings for news analysts, reporters, and journalists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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