History at DePaul University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, you may want to check out the program at DePaul University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
DePaul University is in Chicago, IL.
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Studying Online at DePaul University
Many students take online classes at DePaul University. Among 21,210 students, 2,424 (11%) studied exclusively online and 9,056 (43%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at DePaul University
These rankings give you a sense of how DePaul University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #13 of 20 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #19 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 70 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #62 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #269 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #527 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from DePaul University
Those who finish DePaul 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 | $29,281 |
| 2 years | $23,340 |
| 3 years | $39,400 |
| 4 years | $48,623 |
| 5 years | $52,601 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from DePaul University report median earnings of $48,623, compared with $71,700 for all DePaul University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from DePaul University comes in at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at DePaul University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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