History at Central Connecticut State University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Central Connecticut State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Central Connecticut State University is located in New Britain, CT.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Connecticut State University
Distance learning is available at Central Connecticut State University. Among 9,997 students, 379 (4%) studied exclusively online and 1,685 (17%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Central Connecticut State University
Rankings can help you compare Central Connecticut State University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #2 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #6 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #38 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #279 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #310 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Central Connecticut State University
Those who finish Central Connecticut State University’s History program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,218 |
| 2 years | $30,771 |
| 3 years | $33,306 |
| 4 years | $44,475 |
| 5 years | $49,458 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Central Connecticut State University take home a median $44,475, compared with $68,811 for all Central Connecticut State University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Central Connecticut State University comes in at $23,604.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Central Connecticut State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for History graduates, 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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