History at University of Houston
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston is in Houston, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 80 history degrees were granted at University of Houston.
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Studying Online at University of Houston
Online coursework is an option at University of Houston. Among 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Houston
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 40 |
| Best Value | Texas | #15 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #173 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 40 |
| Best Value | Texas | #15 of 40 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #173 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Houston
Students who complete University of Houston’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 | $30,223 |
| 2 years | $33,384 |
| 3 years | $41,108 |
| 4 years | $50,957 |
| 5 years | $54,902 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from University of Houston earn a median of $50,957, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from University of Houston stands at $21,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of History graduates at University of Houston, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, History graduates at University of Houston are 51% women (41) and 49% men (39).
History Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 74 bachelor’s history degrees awarded at University of Houston, 51% were women (38) and 49% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 32 |
| Asian | 9 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 57% of History bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 28%.*
History Master’s Program at University of Houston
Of the 4 master’s history graduates at University of Houston, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History master’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of History master’s degree recipients at University of Houston, above the national average of 21%.*
History Doctoral Program at University of Houston
Among the 2 doctoral history degrees awarded at University of Houston, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of History doctoral degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Houston
The History program at University of Houston breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General History | 80 |
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Houston pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.