History at University of Scranton
If you plan to study History, take a look at what University of Scranton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Scranton is in Scranton, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Scranton
Online coursework is an option at University of Scranton. Of 4,724 students, 449 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 151 (3%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Scranton
Use these rankings to compare University of Scranton’s History program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #13 of 30 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #25 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #87 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #226 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #544 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Scranton
Those who finish University of Scranton’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 | $32,912 |
| 2 years | $24,421 |
| 3 years | $50,365 |
| 4 years | $58,428 |
| 5 years | $64,246 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, History graduates from University of Scranton earn a median of $58,428, compared with $73,777 for all University of Scranton graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from University of Scranton comes in at $25,000.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Graduates of the History program at University of Scranton pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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