History at University of Arizona
If you plan to study History, consider the program at University of Arizona. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 71 history graduations were recorded at University of Arizona.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arizona
Online coursework is an option at University of Arizona. Of 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) studied exclusively online and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Arizona
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Arizona’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #290 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #430 of 618 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #290 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #430 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Arizona
Those who finish University of Arizona’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,071 |
| 2 years | $29,181 |
| 3 years | $33,693 |
| 4 years | $41,416 |
| 5 years | $49,272 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $41,416, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from University of Arizona is $25,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for History graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, History graduates at University of Arizona are 42% women (30) and 58% men (41).
History Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 65 bachelor’s history graduates at University of Arizona, 43% were women (28) and 57% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of History bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, above the national average of 28%.*
History Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 2 master’s history graduates at University of Arizona, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
History Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Among the 4 doctoral history degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Unknown | 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 University of Arizona
The History program at University of Arizona breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General History | 71 |
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Arizona work across a variety of fields. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.