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History Schools in Massachusetts

188 History students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, History is the 71st most popular major in the state out of a total 245 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 152
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 33
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.3%
  • White: 74.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.1%
  • Other Races: 4.3%
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Jobs for History Grads in Massachusetts

37,480 people in the state and 1,569,710 in the nation are employed in jobs related to history.

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Wages for History Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, history grads earn an average of $69,300. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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There are 11 colleges in Massachusetts that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
60 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
6,263 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $53,249 after earning their degree at this institution. 27% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 1.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,259 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,752. Most students complete their degree in 4.62 years. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
7,242 Total Students

The 5.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,017. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,526 a year.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $29,714. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.50%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $22,038. It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. The 1.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#6

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 56% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 66%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. In their early career, Boston U grads earn an average salary of $58,876. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

Clark University

Worcester
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.09 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1.

#8

Tufts University

Medford
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

65% of the teachers are full time. 44% of students get financical aid. This private school has an average net price of $37,494.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
5,395 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time.

History Careers in MA

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
History Professors 14% $82,720
Curators 13% $63,810
High School Teachers 11% $77,830
Museum Technicians and Conservators 10% $52,240
Archivists 9% $58,900
Managers 7% $120,100

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