History at University of Central Florida
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at University of Central Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Central Florida
Many students take online classes at University of Central Florida. Of 69,713 students, 12,508 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 31,060 (45%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Central Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of Central Florida’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | Florida | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #303 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Central Florida
Students who complete University of Central Florida’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 | $28,452 |
| 2 years | $25,967 |
| 3 years | $33,821 |
| 4 years | $38,679 |
| 5 years | $50,950 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Central Florida take home a median $38,679, compared with $55,077 for all University of Central Florida graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from University of Central Florida stands at $21,965.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Central Florida work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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