History at Eastern Illinois University
If you plan to study History, take a look at what Eastern Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, IL.
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Studying Online at Eastern Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Illinois University. Among 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) studied exclusively online and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Illinois University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #218 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #322 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Graduates of Eastern Illinois University’s History program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,400 |
| 2 years | $26,121 |
| 4 years | $37,794 |
| 5 years | $44,527 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Eastern Illinois University take home a median $37,794, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from Eastern Illinois University stands at $21,500.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Eastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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