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History Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 336 students earned their History degrees in IA.

In terms of popularity, History is the 26th most popular major in the state out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 325
Master’s Degree 10
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 83.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.5%
  • Other Races: 5.7%
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Jobs for History Grads in Iowa

There are 16,370 people in the state and 1,569,710 people in the nation working in history jobs.

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Wages for History Jobs in Iowa

In this state, history grads earn an average of $56,510. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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There are 12 colleges in Iowa that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

#1

University of Iowa

Iowa City
78 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
31,822 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,002. It takes the average student 4.41 years to graduate. In their early career, Iowa State grads earn an average salary of $48,810.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
9,507 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it. The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.39 years to complete their degree at UNI.

#4

Grinnell College

Grinnell
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
1,493 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 83%. The 0.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $43,599 after graduation.

#5

Drake University

Des Moines
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
4,774 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 67%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,644 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate.

#6

Cornell College

Mount Vernon
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
1,002 Total Students

In their early career, Cornell College grads earn an average salary of $36,662. This private school has an average net price of $23,694. The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average.

#7

Luther College

Decorah
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
1,802 Total Students

The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at Luther. Graduates earn an average $44,001 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,538.

#8

Coe College

Cedar Rapids
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,394 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,025 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,371. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#8

Simpson College

Indianola
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,267 Total Students

In their early career, Simpson College grads earn an average salary of $43,356. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#10

Central College

Pella
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
1,120 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $21,099. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#10

Loras College

Dubuque
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,404 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,088 a year. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 82%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
1,517 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.70%. 89% of the teachers are full time.

History Careers in IA

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Museum Technicians and Conservators 22% $41,250
Curators 15% $45,250
History Professors 12% $77,240
High School Teachers 7% $56,040
Managers 6% $90,210

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to history.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Education 3,392
Social Sciences 1,455
Psychology 1,444
Communication & Journalism 1,231
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 435
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 160
Library Science 48

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