History at Christopher Newport University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, take a look at what Christopher Newport University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Christopher Newport University is in Newport News, VA.
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Online Class Availability at Christopher Newport University
Distance learning is available at Christopher Newport University. Of 4,454 students, 0 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 84 (2%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Christopher Newport University
Use these rankings to compare Christopher Newport University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #10 of 21 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #13 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #38 of 126 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #104 of 126 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #252 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #446 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Christopher Newport University
Students who complete Christopher Newport University’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 | $23,553 |
| 2 years | $30,984 |
| 3 years | $43,611 |
| 4 years | $44,952 |
| 5 years | $51,200 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Christopher Newport University take home a median $44,952, compared with $53,798 for all Christopher Newport University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Christopher Newport University stands at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Christopher Newport University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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
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