History at George Washington University
If you are interested in studying History, take a look at what George Washington University. Get started with the following essential facts.
George Washington University is located in Washington, DC.
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Online Class Availability at George Washington University
Online coursework is an option at George Washington University. Of 25,374 students, 3,989 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,955 (8%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at George Washington University
Use these rankings to compare George Washington University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 618 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #103 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #587 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 618 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #103 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #587 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from George Washington University
Students who complete George Washington 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 | $42,168 |
| 2 years | $46,673 |
| 3 years | $54,607 |
| 4 years | $65,725 |
| 5 years | $73,794 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from George Washington University report median earnings of $65,725, compared with $92,364 for all George Washington University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from George Washington University comes in at $23,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at George Washington University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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