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History Schools in Alabama

In 2020-2021, 64 students earned their History degrees in AL.

As a degree choice, History is the 51st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of History Majors in Alabama

History majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 50
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 9
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a history major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of history majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.6%
  • Black or African American: 6.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.6%
  • White: 82.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.6%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for History Grads in Alabama

In this state, there are 19,030 people employed in jobs related to a history degree, compared to 1,569,710 nationwide.

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Wages for History Jobs in Alabama

History grads earn an average of $54,900 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Alabama that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

In their early career, UA grads earn an average salary of $44,485. 85% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate is 4.00% which is lower than average.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. 87% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,530.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
8,086 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 8.80% which is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $13,699. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
9,238 Total Students

In their early career, Jacksonville State University grads earn an average salary of $34,081. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 78% are considered full time. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,999 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.62 years. 96% of students get financical aid. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,497 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. The 7.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.59 years to complete their degree at TROY.

History Careers in AL

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Museum Technicians and Conservators 20% $39,920
Archivists 14% $45,350
Curators 8% $54,250
History Professors 6% $63,440
Managers 6% $101,560
High School Teachers 3% $51,440
Historians 0% $61,890

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