History at University of Illinois Chicago
If you plan to study History, take a look at what University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago is in Chicago, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Many students take online classes at University of Illinois Chicago. Among 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) studied exclusively online and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Chicago’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 20 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #11 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #207 of 618 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 20 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #11 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #207 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Graduates of University of Illinois Chicago’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 | $24,997 |
| 2 years | $28,870 |
| 3 years | $33,643 |
| 4 years | $43,463 |
| 5 years | $53,943 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $43,463, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from University of Illinois Chicago stands at $19,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Illinois Chicago go on to a range of careers. 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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