History at Syracuse University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Syracuse University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Syracuse University is located in Syracuse, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 50 history degrees were awarded at Syracuse University.
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Studying Online at Syracuse University
Online coursework is an option at Syracuse University. Of 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) studied exclusively online and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Syracuse University
Use these rankings to compare Syracuse University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #16 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 114 |
| Best Value | New York | #48 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #108 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #603 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #16 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 114 |
| Best Value | New York | #48 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #108 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #603 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Syracuse University
Those who finish Syracuse University’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,974 |
| 2 years | $31,670 |
| 3 years | $44,820 |
| 4 years | $54,025 |
| 5 years | $54,449 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, History graduates from Syracuse University earn a median of $54,025, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from Syracuse University is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for History graduates at Syracuse University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, History graduates at Syracuse University are 46% women (23) and 54% men (27).
History Bachelor’s Program at Syracuse University
Of the 44 bachelor’s history graduates at Syracuse University, 43% were women (19) and 57% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 32% of History bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, higher than the national average of 28%.*
History Master’s Program at Syracuse University
Among the 3 master’s history degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
History Doctoral Program at Syracuse University
Of the 2 doctoral history graduates at Syracuse University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History doctoral degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific History Concentrations at Syracuse University
The History program at Syracuse University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General History | 50 |
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Syracuse University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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