History at University of Rhode Island
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island sits in Kingston, RI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Distance learning is available at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Rhode Island
Use these rankings to compare University of Rhode Island’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #367 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Students who complete University of Rhode Island’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,374 |
| 2 years | $30,926 |
| 3 years | $37,596 |
| 4 years | $44,425 |
| 5 years | $49,879 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, History graduates from University of Rhode Island earn a median of $44,425, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from University of Rhode Island stands at $21,469.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Rhode Island 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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