History at University of Wisconsin-Madison
If you are interested in studying History, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Madison. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Madison sits in Madison, WI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Of 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wisconsin-Madison’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 70 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #19 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #30 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #234 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 70 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #19 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #30 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #234 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Madison’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,843 |
| 2 years | $40,810 |
| 3 years | $44,886 |
| 4 years | $54,273 |
| 5 years | $58,333 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison report median earnings of $54,273, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison stands at $20,909.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at University of Wisconsin-Madison pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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