History at Westfield State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at Westfield State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Westfield State University is located in Westfield, MA.
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Studying Online at Westfield State University
Many students take online classes at Westfield State University. Among 4,588 students, 515 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,058 (45%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Westfield State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Westfield State University’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #10 of 28 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #15 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #27 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #50 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #372 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #441 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Westfield State University
Students who complete Westfield 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 | $34,405 |
| 2 years | $29,250 |
| 3 years | $35,517 |
| 4 years | $38,390 |
| 5 years | $50,185 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Westfield State University earn a median of $38,390, compared with $52,209 for all Westfield State University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Westfield State University is $25,000.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Westfield State University work across a variety of fields. 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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