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History Schools in Michigan

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

As a degree choice, History is the 85th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of History Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 40
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 23
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 1.6%
  • Black or African American: 9.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.1%
  • White: 68.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.9%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for History Grads in Michigan

There are 31,970 people in the state and 1,569,710 people in the nation working in history jobs.

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Wages for History Jobs in Michigan

In this state, history grads earn an average of $62,950. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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There are 8 colleges in Michigan that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

66% of students get financical aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%. In their early career, U-M grads earn an average salary of $62,027.

#2

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.65 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.74 years to graduate. 99% of the teachers are full time. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,962.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.35 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 71% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $19,058.

#6

Oakland University

Rochester Hills
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,449. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years. 69% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 5.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
2,792 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The student loan default rate of 6.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. It takes the average student 4.59 years to graduate.

History Careers in MI

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Archivists 13% $49,090
Curators 12% $46,300
Museum Technicians and Conservators 10% $33,570
History Professors 10% $76,050
Managers 7% $95,390
High School Teachers 6% $62,040

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