History at University of Wyoming
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at University of Wyoming. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wyoming is in Laramie, WY.
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Studying Online at University of Wyoming
Online coursework is an option at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Wyoming
Use these rankings to compare University of Wyoming’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 26 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 26 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #113 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #206 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Wyoming
Students who complete University of Wyoming’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 | $32,399 |
| 2 years | $31,492 |
| 3 years | $37,731 |
| 4 years | $44,301 |
| 5 years | $53,486 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from University of Wyoming take home a median $44,301, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from University of Wyoming stands at $18,209.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Wyoming work across a variety of fields. 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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