History at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is located in Denver, CO.
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Studying Online at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Many students take online classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Of 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
These rankings give you a sense of how Metropolitan State University of Denver’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #25 of 26 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #288 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #595 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Students who complete Metropolitan State University of Denver’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 | $35,904 |
| 2 years | $33,604 |
| 3 years | $33,912 |
| 4 years | $37,394 |
| 5 years | $42,762 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $37,394, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver stands at $34,125.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at Metropolitan State University of Denver go on to a range of careers. Here 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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