History at Western Connecticut State University
If you plan to study History, you may want to check out the program at Western Connecticut State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Connecticut State University is in Danbury, CT.
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Online Class Availability at Western Connecticut State University
Many students take online classes at Western Connecticut State University. Among 4,169 students, 397 (10%) studied exclusively online and 1,818 (44%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Western Connecticut State University
Rankings can help you compare Western Connecticut State University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #49 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #373 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #435 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Western Connecticut State University
Those who finish Western Connecticut 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 | $27,125 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $36,946 |
| 5 years | $50,253 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Western Connecticut State University is $27,500.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Western Connecticut State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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