History at Empire State University
If you plan to study History, consider the program at Empire State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Empire State University is in Saratoga Springs, NY.
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Studying Online at Empire State University
Many students take online classes at Empire State University. Among 10,469 students, 9,588 (92%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 154 (1%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Empire State University
Use these rankings to compare Empire State University’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #44 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #101 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #169 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #496 of 618 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #44 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #101 of 114 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #169 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #496 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Empire State University
Those who finish Empire State 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 | $37,928 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from Empire State University comes in at $30,992.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at Empire State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for History majors, 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.