History at University of South Carolina-Columbia
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina-Columbia sits in Columbia, SC.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Use these rankings to compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #11 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 126 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #112 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #261 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #476 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #11 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 126 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #112 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #261 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #476 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Graduates of University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $28,443 |
| 2 years | $31,067 |
| 3 years | $40,155 |
| 4 years | $43,166 |
| 5 years | $51,175 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia report median earnings of $43,166, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia stands at $22,550.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at University of South Carolina-Columbia work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for History graduates, 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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