Islamic Studies
A program that focuses on Islam as preached by the Prophet Muhammad in 6th century Arabia and subsequently interpreted and elaborated by Islamic scholars and others; together with the cultural and social milieu related to the faith in various periods, localities, and branches. Includes instruction in Islamic scripture and related written authorities and commentaries
- Schools offering
- 10
- Annual completions
- 3
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $46k
About this major
A program that focuses on Islam as preached by the Prophet Muhammad in 6th century Arabia and subsequently interpreted and elaborated by Islamic scholars and others; together with the cultural and social milieu related to the faith in various periods, localities, and branches. Includes instruction in Islamic scripture and related written authorities and commentaries
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.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary | $84k | +2.4% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$46k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$49k
Bachelor's
$46k
Top colleges for Islamic Studies
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swarthmore College | Swarthmore, PA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Boston College | Chestnut Hill, MA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | Columbus, OH | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | Seattle, WA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Connecticut College | New London, CT | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| American Islamic College | Chicago, IL | 0 | 0 | 0 |