History at George Mason University
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at George Mason University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
George Mason University sits in Fairfax, VA.
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Studying Online at George Mason University
Distance learning is available at George Mason University. Of 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at George Mason University
These rankings give you a sense of how George Mason University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #2 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #8 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 126 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #76 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #320 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #2 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #8 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 126 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #76 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #320 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from George Mason University
Those who finish George Mason 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 | $32,640 |
| 2 years | $38,964 |
| 3 years | $44,880 |
| 4 years | $52,446 |
| 5 years | $61,586 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from George Mason University report median earnings of $52,446, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from George Mason University stands at $24,625.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at George Mason University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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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