History at New Jersey City University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at New Jersey City University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
New Jersey City University is located in Jersey City, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at New Jersey City University
Distance learning is available at New Jersey City University. Of 5,429 students, 1,659 (31%) studied exclusively online and 2,184 (40%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at New Jersey City University
Rankings can help you compare New Jersey City University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #2 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #14 of 15 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #88 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #146 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #378 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from New Jersey City University
Those who finish New Jersey City 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 | $36,958 |
| 2 years | $33,138 |
| 3 years | $35,966 |
| 4 years | $46,235 |
| 5 years | $54,387 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from New Jersey City University report median earnings of $46,235, compared with $55,967 for all New Jersey City University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from New Jersey City University stands at $25,629.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Students who finish History program at New Jersey City University work across a variety of fields. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.