History at The Catholic University of America
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at The Catholic University of America. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The Catholic University of America is located in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at The Catholic University of America
Distance learning is available at The Catholic University of America. Of 5,243 students, 459 (9%) studied exclusively online and 667 (13%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at The Catholic University of America
Rankings can help you compare The Catholic University of America’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #95 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #103 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #566 of 615 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #95 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #103 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #566 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #95 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #103 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #566 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from The Catholic University of America
Students who complete The Catholic University of America’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,921 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 4 years | $50,214 |
| 5 years | $60,090 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from The Catholic University of America earn a median of $50,214, compared with $73,599 for all The Catholic University of America graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from The Catholic University of America stands at $26,000.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at The Catholic University of America work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for History graduates, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.