History at Kean University
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at Kean University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kean University sits in Union, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Kean University
Distance learning is available at Kean University. Among 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Kean University
Use these rankings to compare Kean University’s History program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #11 of 15 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #150 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #328 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Kean University
Students who complete Kean 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 | $39,093 |
| 2 years | $33,637 |
| 3 years | $43,857 |
| 4 years | $51,125 |
| 5 years | $55,308 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, History graduates from Kean University take home a median $51,125, compared with $56,858 for all Kean University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from Kean University is $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Kean University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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