History at Loyola University Chicago
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, take a look at what Loyola University Chicago. Get started with the following essential facts.
Loyola University Chicago sits in Chicago, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Loyola University Chicago
Many students take online classes at Loyola University Chicago. Among 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for History Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Graduates of Loyola University Chicago’s History program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 4 years | $58,572 |
| 5 years | $63,957 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Loyola University Chicago report median earnings of $58,572, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Loyola University Chicago stands at $24,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Loyola University Chicago pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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