Rhode Island · History

Best History institutions in Rhode Island, 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
7
offering CIP 54.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
150
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$34,319
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
4
College Scorecard
Median net price
$32,048
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
76%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Historians
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 4 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Brown University
Providence Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$42,2964896%$14,644$13,491
2Providence College
Providence Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$41,9233286%$32,048$27,000
3University of Rhode Island
Kingston Public · Bachelor's degree
$34,3193773%$21,469
4Rhode Island College
Providence Public · Bachelor's degree
$31,9811548%$24,141

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 Rhode Island

Jobs in Rhode Island
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing History programs in Rhode Island.

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

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), Brown University tops the list at $42,296. Compare it against completions, 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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