History at Amherst College
If you are interested in studying History, take a look at what Amherst College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Amherst College is in Amherst, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Amherst College
Amherst College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
History Rankings at Amherst College
Use these rankings to compare Amherst College’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 28 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #6 of 58 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Amherst College
Students who complete Amherst College’s History program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,271 |
| 2 years | $74,576 |
| 3 years | $84,030 |
| 4 years | $114,276 |
| 5 years | $158,858 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Amherst College earn a median of $114,276, compared with $99,480 for all Amherst College graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Amherst College work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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