History at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, you may want to check out the program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is in Milwaukee, WI.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Of 22,450 students, 3,134 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,401 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Graduates of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $31,205 |
| 3 years | $42,422 |
| 4 years | $44,193 |
| 5 years | $48,145 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee earn a median of $44,193, compared with $56,986 for all University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee stands at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pursue many career paths. 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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