History at Empire State University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Empire State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Empire State University is in Saratoga Springs, NY.
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Studying Online at Empire State University
Many students take online classes at Empire State University. Among 10,469 students, 9,588 (92%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 154 (1%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Empire State University
Use these rankings to compare Empire State University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Earnings for History Graduates from Empire State University
Those who finish Empire State 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 | $37,928 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Empire State University comes in at $30,992.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Empire State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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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