History at University of Puget Sound
If you are interested in studying History, you may want to check out the program at University of Puget Sound. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, WA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Puget Sound
University of Puget Sound primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
History Rankings at University of Puget Sound
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Puget Sound’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Washington | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #42 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #125 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #210 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #594 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Puget Sound
Students who complete University of Puget Sound’s History program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,461 |
| 2 years | $21,964 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from University of Puget Sound is $20,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Puget Sound pursue many career paths. Here 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
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