History at American University
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at American University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American University is in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at American University
Many students take online classes at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at American University
Use these rankings to compare American University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 618 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #109 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #605 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 618 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #109 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #605 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from American University
Students who complete American University’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,634 |
| 2 years | $48,042 |
| 3 years | $51,714 |
| 4 years | $58,048 |
| 5 years | $60,008 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from American University take home a median $58,048, compared with $75,429 for all American University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from American University stands at $26,000.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at American University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for History majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $96,273 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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