Oregon · History

Best History institutions in Oregon, ranked by earnings

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…

Institutions
17
offering CIP 54.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
271
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$25,571
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
5
College Scorecard
Median net price
$26,564
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
59%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Historians
$84,220
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 5 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Oregon State University
Corvallis Public · Bachelor's degree
$34,5897370%$24,332
2Southern Oregon University
Ashland Public · Bachelor's degree
$28,067943%$21,500
3University of Oregon
Eugene Public · Bachelor's degree
$25,5716172%$18,675
4Portland State University
Portland Public · Bachelor's degree
$24,6124053%$31,000
5Willamette University
Salem Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$22,5551071%$20,345$18,750

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 Oregon

Jobs in Oregon
60
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$84,220
median $76,830
Best-paying metro
$88,960
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA

Related careers

History Teachers, Postsecondary
$94,540 avg · 170 jobs
Curators
$59,280 avg · 150 jobs
Museum Technicians and Conservators
$48,730 avg · 130 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing History programs in Oregon.

Which History program in Oregon has the highest-earning graduates?+

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), Oregon State University tops the list at $34,589. Compare it against completions, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.

How much do Historians earn in Oregon?+

The average annual wage for Historians in Oregon is $84,220 (median $76,830), across about 60 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

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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