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History Schools in Michigan

668 students earned History degrees in Michigan in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, History is the 47th most popular major in the state out of a total 327 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in Michigan

History majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 544
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 54
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 54
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 54
Master’s Degree 40
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 23
Associate Degree 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a history major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of history majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.5%
  • Black or African American: 2.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 74.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.1%
  • Other Races: 13.0%
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Jobs for History Grads in Michigan

In this state, there are 31,970 people employed in jobs related to a history degree, compared to 1,569,710 nationwide.

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Wages for History Jobs in Michigan

History grads earn an average of $62,950 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Michigan that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

160 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at U-M. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,878. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 83% are considered full time.

#2

Oakland University

Rochester Hills
51 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,449. The average student takes 4.61 years to complete their degree at Oakland. 93% of students get financical aid.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. In their early career, Michigan State grads earn an average salary of $50,137. Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years.

#4

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 76%. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%.

39 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.10%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,128 after earning their degree at this institution.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
23,350 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,356. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,033 a year.

#7

Hillsdale College

Hillsdale
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
1,543 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. 100% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.73 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,962. Graduates earn an average $40,269 after graduation.

#9

Saginaw Valley State University

University Center
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
8,028 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,279. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
8,783 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 70%. 92% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.75 years to graduate.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,533 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 82% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at WMU.

History Careers in MI

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Archivists 13% $49,090
Curators 12% $46,300
Museum Technicians and Conservators 10% $33,570
History Professors 10% $76,050
Managers 7% $95,390
High School Teachers 6% $62,040

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