History at Southern Methodist University
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at Southern Methodist University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Methodist University sits in Dallas, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Methodist University
Distance learning is available at Southern Methodist University. Of 12,116 students, 669 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,002 (8%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Southern Methodist University
Rankings can help you compare Southern Methodist University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 40 |
| Best Value | Texas | #39 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #53 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #604 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Southern Methodist University
Graduates of Southern Methodist University’s History program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,802 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $50,428 |
| 4 years | $62,508 |
| 5 years | $79,519 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Southern Methodist University earn a median of $62,508, compared with $82,838 for all Southern Methodist University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Southern Methodist University stands at $23,250.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Southern Methodist University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying 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
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