California · Architectural History

Best Architectural History institutions in California, ranked by earnings

The Architectural History, Criticism, and Conservation program explores the evolution of architecture across different cultures and time periods. It is designed for students interested in understanding the historical context of…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 04.08
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
19
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$26,035
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
84%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Historians
$88,730
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Architectural History in California

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of San Diego
San Diego Private not-for-profit
1984%$26,035

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Historians (SOC 19-3093).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.2%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~300
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$74,050
typically Master's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingSpeakingActive ListeningActive Learning

What Historians earn in California

Jobs in California
180
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$88,730
median $83,360
Best-paying metro
$92,760
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA

Related careers

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
$123,130 avg · 13,880 jobs
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$130,200 avg · 940 jobs
Historians
$88,730 avg · 180 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Architectural History programs in California.

How much do Historians earn in California?+

The average annual wage for Historians in California is $88,730 (median $83,360), across about 180 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Architectural History program?+

The Architectural History, Criticism, and Conservation program explores the evolution of architecture across different cultures and time periods. It is designed for students interested in understanding the historical context of…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Historians?+

The national job outlook is about +2.2% growth with around 300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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