History at Old Dominion University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Old Dominion University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Old Dominion University is located in Norfolk, VA.
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Studying Online at Old Dominion University
Distance learning is available at Old Dominion University. Among 23,743 students, 8,616 (36%) studied exclusively online and 6,593 (28%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Old Dominion University
Use these rankings to compare Old Dominion University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #12 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #44 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #225 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #357 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Old Dominion University
Graduates of Old Dominion 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 | $35,398 |
| 2 years | $35,701 |
| 3 years | $41,538 |
| 4 years | $41,996 |
| 5 years | $50,573 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Old Dominion University take home a median $41,996, compared with $60,776 for all Old Dominion University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Old Dominion University comes in at $24,875.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Old Dominion University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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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