History at Sam Houston State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at Sam Houston State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Sam Houston State University sits in Huntsville, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 112 history graduations were recorded at Sam Houston State University.
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Online Class Availability at Sam Houston State University
Distance learning is available at Sam Houston State University. Of 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) studied exclusively online and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Sam Houston State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Sam Houston State University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #24 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #26 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 55 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #33 of 54 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Those who finish Sam Houston State 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 | $36,080 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $42,456 |
| 4 years | $51,759 |
| 5 years | $57,025 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Sam Houston State University earn a median of $51,759, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Sam Houston State University comes in at $28,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of History graduates at Sam Houston State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, History graduates at Sam Houston State University are 46% women (52) and 54% men (60).
History Bachelor’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Of the 90 bachelor’s history degrees awarded at Sam Houston State University, 48% were women (43) and 52% were men (47).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 63 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of History bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, above the national average of 28%.*
History Master’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Among the 19 master’s history graduates at Sam Houston State University, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of History master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, lower than 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 Sam Houston State University
The History program at Sam Houston State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General History | 112 |
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Sam Houston State University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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