History at Duquesne University
If you plan to study History, take a look at what Duquesne University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Duquesne University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Duquesne University
Many students take online classes at Duquesne University. Of 8,234 students, 561 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,706 (33%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Duquesne University
These rankings give you a sense of how Duquesne University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #24 of 30 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #28 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #94 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #100 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #428 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #579 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Duquesne University
Graduates of Duquesne 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 | $27,166 |
| 2 years | $28,754 |
| 3 years | $37,374 |
| 4 years | $41,446 |
| 5 years | $51,583 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Duquesne University take home a median $41,446, compared with $73,066 for all Duquesne University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Duquesne University stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Duquesne University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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