History at Winthrop University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Winthrop University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Winthrop University is located in Rock Hill, SC.
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Studying Online at Winthrop University
Online coursework is an option at Winthrop University. Among 4,894 students, 831 (17%) studied exclusively online and 2,728 (56%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Winthrop University
Rankings can help you compare Winthrop University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #75 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #112 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #334 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #582 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Winthrop University
Graduates of Winthrop 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 | $19,808 |
| 2 years | $26,353 |
| 3 years | $34,385 |
| 4 years | $34,540 |
| 5 years | $45,693 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from Winthrop University report median earnings of $34,540, compared with $46,591 for all Winthrop University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from Winthrop University comes in at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Winthrop University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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