History at University of Southern Mississippi
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at University of Southern Mississippi. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Southern Mississippi is in Hattiesburg, MS.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern Mississippi
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern Mississippi. Among 13,170 students, 4,140 (31%) studied exclusively online and 5,550 (42%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Southern Mississippi
Rankings can help you compare University of Southern Mississippi’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #104 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #265 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #560 of 618 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #104 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #265 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #560 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Southern Mississippi
Students who complete University of Southern Mississippi’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 | $27,793 |
| 2 years | $32,162 |
| 3 years | $28,843 |
| 4 years | $35,660 |
| 5 years | $38,468 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, History graduates from University of Southern Mississippi take home a median $35,660, compared with $51,802 for all University of Southern Mississippi graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of Southern Mississippi stands at $25,455.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Southern Mississippi go on to a range of careers. 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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