History at Minnesota State University-Mankato
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at Minnesota State University-Mankato. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Minnesota State University-Mankato is in Mankato, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 history degrees were awarded at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
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Studying Online at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Distance learning is available at Minnesota State University-Mankato. Of 15,271 students, 2,748 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,992 (46%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Use these rankings to compare Minnesota State University-Mankato’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #5 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #339 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #357 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato
Those who finish Minnesota State University-Mankato’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 | $35,326 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $37,156 |
| 4 years | $42,443 |
| 5 years | $46,610 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato earn a median of $42,443, compared with $60,580 for all Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for History graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, History graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato are 21% women (5) and 79% men (19).
History Bachelor’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 16 bachelor’s history graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 12% were women (2) and 88% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
History Master’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Of the 6 master’s history degrees awarded at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 33% were women (2) and 67% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of History master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, below the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific History Concentrations at Minnesota State University-Mankato
This History program at Minnesota State University-Mankato includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General History | 24 |
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Minnesota State University-Mankato work across a variety of fields. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.