History at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, take a look at what University of Nevada-Reno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nevada-Reno is in Reno, NV.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Nevada-Reno’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #65 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #254 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Those who finish University of Nevada-Reno’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 | $33,079 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $34,349 |
| 4 years | $39,351 |
| 5 years | $55,130 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Nevada-Reno report median earnings of $39,351, compared with $62,381 for all University of Nevada-Reno graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of Nevada-Reno stands at $18,780.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Nevada-Reno work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
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