History at Eastern Michigan University
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Michigan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Michigan University is in Ypsilanti, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Michigan University. Of 12,631 students, 2,172 (17%) studied exclusively online and 5,524 (44%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Eastern Michigan University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Michigan University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #69 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #606 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Eastern Michigan University
Those who finish Eastern Michigan 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 | $27,453 |
| 3 years | $32,025 |
| 4 years | $33,636 |
| 5 years | $44,105 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, History graduates from Eastern Michigan University take home a median $33,636, compared with $54,680 for all Eastern Michigan University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Eastern Michigan University comes in at $29,118.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Eastern Michigan University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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