History at The University of Texas at Austin
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at The University of Texas at Austin. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at Austin sits in Austin, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Texas at Austin
Online coursework is an option at The University of Texas at Austin. Of 53,864 students, 257 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,713 (37%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at The University of Texas at Austin
Use these rankings to compare The University of Texas at Austin’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 40 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #355 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 40 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #355 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from The University of Texas at Austin
Students who complete The University of Texas at Austin’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 | $33,263 |
| 2 years | $39,936 |
| 3 years | $47,576 |
| 4 years | $56,558 |
| 5 years | $57,600 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from The University of Texas at Austin report median earnings of $56,558, compared with $77,647 for all The University of Texas at Austin graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from The University of Texas at Austin comes in at $19,553.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at The University of Texas at Austin 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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