History at University of Louisville
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at University of Louisville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Louisville is in Louisville, KY.
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Studying Online at University of Louisville
Many students take online classes at University of Louisville. Among 23,065 students, 4,555 (20%) studied exclusively online and 9,040 (39%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Louisville
Rankings can help you compare University of Louisville’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #80 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #87 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #353 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #513 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Louisville
Those who finish University of Louisville’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 | $29,058 |
| 2 years | $30,409 |
| 3 years | $33,584 |
| 4 years | $37,458 |
| 5 years | $49,417 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from University of Louisville report median earnings of $37,458, compared with $66,322 for all University of Louisville graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of Louisville is $23,312.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at University of Louisville pursue many career paths. Below are 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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