History at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
If you are interested in studying History, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is in Whitewater, WI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Distance learning is available at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Among 11,746 students, 2,618 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,824 (33%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #49 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #255 of 615 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #450 of 618 |
Earnings for History Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’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 | $29,891 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $42,685 |
| 4 years | $48,128 |
| 5 years | $52,667 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater report median earnings of $48,128, compared with $54,862 for all University of Wisconsin-Whitewater graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for History graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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