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Major · Education

International and Comparative Education

A program that focuses on the educational phenomena, practices, and institutions within different societies and states in a comparative perspective, and the study of international educational issues. Includes instruction in comparative research methods, country- or area-specific studies, cross-national studies of learning and teaching styles, international educational policy and development, and analyses of educational migration patterns and experiences.

Schools offering
2
Annual completions
16
Typical degree level
Bachelor's
Median earnings (5yr)
$80k

About this major

A program that focuses on the educational phenomena, practices, and institutions within different societies and states in a comparative perspective, and the study of international educational issues. Includes instruction in comparative research methods, country- or area-specific studies, cross-national studies of learning and teaching styles, international educational policy and development, and analyses of educational migration patterns and experiences.

Section 3 · Careers

Where this major leads

Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.

No federal crosswalk data available for this major yet.

Section 4 · Earnings

Earnings at a glance

Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.

Median 5-year earnings

$80k

Section 6 · Where to study

Top colleges for International and Comparative Education

Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.

College Location Assoc. Bach. Total
Duke University Durham, NC 0 13 13
Florida International University Miami, FL 0 3 3
Section 9 · Frequently asked

Common questions

What can I do with a International and Comparative Education degree?
Many graduates use this major as preparation for graduate study or licensure in their field.
Is a International and Comparative Education associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
This major is typically offered only at the bachelor's level.
How many colleges offer International and Comparative Education?
2 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 16 students a year combined.