History at Sonoma State University
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at Sonoma State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Sonoma State University is in Rohnert Park, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Sonoma State University
Online coursework is an option at Sonoma State University. Of 5,891 students, 210 (4%) studied exclusively online and 2,717 (46%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Sonoma State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Sonoma State University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #21 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #83 of 105 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #89 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #111 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #156 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Sonoma State University
Those who finish Sonoma 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 | $32,106 |
| 2 years | $37,856 |
| 3 years | $36,026 |
| 4 years | $46,073 |
| 5 years | $58,839 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Sonoma State University report median earnings of $46,073, compared with $62,795 for all Sonoma State University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Sonoma State University stands at $16,304.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Sonoma State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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