History at Augusta University
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at Augusta University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Augusta University is located in Augusta, GA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Augusta University
Many students take online classes at Augusta University. Among 10,900 students, 2,320 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,480 (41%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Augusta University
Rankings can help you compare Augusta University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #9 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #10 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #46 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #100 of 126 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #240 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #550 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Augusta University
Graduates of Augusta University’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,570 |
| 2 years | $24,035 |
| 3 years | $34,831 |
| 4 years | $43,074 |
| 5 years | $42,147 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Augusta University earn a median of $43,074, compared with $71,086 for all Augusta University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Augusta University comes in at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Augusta University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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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