History at Texas State University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Texas State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas State University is in San Marcos, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas State University
Online coursework is an option at Texas State University. Of 40,674 students, 2,395 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,927 (39%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Texas State University
Rankings can help you compare Texas State University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #18 of 55 |
| Best Value | Texas | #23 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #34 of 54 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #276 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #281 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Texas State University
Students who complete Texas 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 | $26,465 |
| 2 years | $32,372 |
| 3 years | $38,701 |
| 4 years | $45,815 |
| 5 years | $53,755 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Texas State University take home a median $45,815, compared with $55,350 for all Texas State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Texas State University stands at $23,973.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Texas State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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