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History Schools in New York

In 2020-2021, 477 students earned their History degrees in NY.

In terms of popularity, History is the 23rd most popular major in the state out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 391
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 65
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 65
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 65
Post-Master’s Certificate 21
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 21

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of history majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.1%
  • Black or African American: 5.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.3%
  • White: 61.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 13.8%
  • Other Races: 9.2%
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Jobs for History Grads in New York

There are 98,110 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 New York

History grads earn an average of $73,850 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New York that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

120 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
12,835 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.80% which is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $30,268. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,823. 6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
52,775 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $38,569. 65% of students get financical aid. The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at NYU.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

37% of the teachers are full time. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 3.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
32,347 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.26 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 65% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,240 a year.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
17,688 Total Students

The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at UAlbany. A typical student attending UAlbany will pay a net price of $18,355. The student loan default rate of 4.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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Queens College

Queens
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
19,700 Total Students

91% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,538 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
20,143 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $48,321 after earning their degree at this institution. This private school has an average net price of $27,210. The 4.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
18,148 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Graduates earn an average $56,213 after graduation.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $37,042. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. 93% of the teachers are full time.

History Careers in NY

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Curators 21% $66,400
Museum Technicians and Conservators 18% $54,370
History Professors 18% $80,470
Archivists 17% $50,780
Managers 10% $109,910
Historians 10% $28,920
High School Teachers 7% $81,290

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to history.

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Education 18,389
Psychology 2,885
Social Sciences 2,378
Communication & Journalism 1,714
Library Science 481
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 306
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 159

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