History at Western Carolina University
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at Western Carolina University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
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Online Class Availability at Western Carolina University
Distance learning is available at Western Carolina University. Of 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Western Carolina University
Use these rankings to compare Western Carolina University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #11 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #161 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #338 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Western Carolina University
Students who complete Western Carolina 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 | $24,437 |
| 3 years | $32,351 |
| 4 years | $42,612 |
| 5 years | $50,346 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Western Carolina University report median earnings of $42,612, compared with $52,554 for all Western Carolina University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Western Carolina University comes in at $24,004.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Western Carolina University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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