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History Schools in Montana

93 students earned History degrees in Montana in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, History is the 22nd most popular major in the state out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in Montana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 79
Master’s Degree 9
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 1.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.2%
  • White: 87.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for History Grads in Montana

In this state, there are 5,150 people employed in jobs related to a history degree, compared to 1,569,710 nationwide.

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Wages for History Jobs in Montana

History grads earn an average of $50,670 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Montana that offer history degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
9,808 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.70%. The average student takes 4.46 years to complete their degree at UM. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,755.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
16,218 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $38,384 a year. This public school has an average net price of $19,453.

#3

Carroll College

Helena
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,108 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The 1.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Carroll Montana.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
1,014 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $20,310. The full-time teacher rate is 91%. Graduates earn an average $38,362 after graduation.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
1,334 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,240. The student loan default rate of 7.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,008 a year.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
4,000 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. It takes the average student 4.67 years to graduate. The student loan default rate is 6.90% which is lower than average.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
1,005 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $25,103. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time.

History Careers in MT

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title MT Job Growth MT Median Salary
Curators 22% $39,510
Managers 4% $74,270
High School Teachers 2% $49,030
History Professors 0% $66,770

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

Major Annual Graduates in MT
Education 960
Psychology 371
Social Sciences 368
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 203
Communication & Journalism 118
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 33

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