History at Wayne State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, you may want to check out the program at Wayne State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wayne State University is located in Detroit, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Online coursework is an option at Wayne State University. Of 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) studied exclusively online and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Wayne State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Wayne State University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #64 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #280 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #544 of 618 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #64 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #280 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #544 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Wayne State University
Graduates of Wayne State University’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 | $23,971 |
| 2 years | $30,771 |
| 3 years | $35,859 |
| 4 years | $46,502 |
| 5 years | $52,040 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Wayne State University earn a median of $46,502, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Wayne State University comes in at $32,544.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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