Best colleges for History in Maine
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Southern Maine, University of Maine and Colby College award the most History degrees and certificates in Maine: 31, 28 and 26 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Maine colleges offer History and award 120 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The History program offers students a comprehensive understanding of past events, societies, and cultures. It is designed for individuals interested in exploring various historical contexts, from American and European history to military…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern Maine Portland Public · Bachelor's degree | $36,876 | 31 | 40% | — | $27,000 |
| 2 | University of Maine Orono Public · Bachelor's degree | $31,357 | 28 | 55% | — | $27,000 |
Colleges awarding the most History degrees in Maine
Top 8 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern Maine Portland Public | 31 | $36,876 |
| 2 | University of Maine Orono Public | 28 | $31,357 |
| 3 | Colby College Waterville Private not-for-profit | 26 | Not reported |
| 4 | Bates College Lewiston Private not-for-profit | 19 | Not reported |
| 5 | Bowdoin College Brunswick Private not-for-profit | 12 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Maine at Farmington Farmington Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of New England Biddeford Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
| 8 | Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Historians (SOC 19-3093).
Top skills
What Historians earn in Maine
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing History programs in Maine.
Which Maine colleges award the most History degrees?+
University of Southern Maine (31 graduates a year), University of Maine (28 graduates a year) and Colby College (26 graduates a year) award the most History degrees and certificates in Maine, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Maine colleges offer History.
Which History program in Maine has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Southern Maine tops the list at $36,876. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the History program?+
The History program offers students a comprehensive understanding of past events, societies, and cultures. It is designed for individuals interested in exploring various historical contexts, from American and European history to military…
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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