History

Compare History programs across 126 schools. Tiered by program strength with earnings data and program highlights.

126 Schools 63 Flagship 9 Strong 54 Solid

★★★ Flagship Programs

Williams College
Williamstown, MA · Private · LAC #1 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Political History, European Intellectual History, Global Economic History
The History program at Williams is distinguished by its Oxford-style tutorial system, where students engage in intensive one-on-one or small-group dis
Williams' History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Princeton University
Princeton, NJ · Private · NU #1 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global History of Science and Medicine, European Political History
The Princeton History major is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source research and the mandatory senior thesis, which requires stude
Princeton's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Amherst College
Amherst, MA · Private · LAC #2 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Environmental History and Climate Change, Social Movements and Civil Rights, Global History and Colonialism
The History program at Amherst is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, allowing students to design a highly personalized trajectory across global era
Amherst's History program consistently ranks in the top 10 nationally due to its exceptional faculty and research output
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA · Private · NU #3 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History of Science, Social Sciences, European History, Asian History
Research: Social History, History of Science and Medicine, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Harvard is distinguished by its emphasis on global perspectives and interdisciplinary approaches, allowing students to explore
Harvard's History program is a nationally recognized flagship department featuring world-renowned faculty, extensive res
Swarthmore College
Swarthmore, PA · Private · LAC #3 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, Asian History
Research: Global History and Transnationalism, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Social Movements and Civil Rights
The History program at Swarthmore is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on global perspectives, interdisciplinary connections with political scien
Swarthmore's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Stanford University
Stanford, CA · Private · NU #4 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Middle Eastern History
Research: History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, American History (particularly the West and Civil Rights), Global and Environmental History
The Stanford History Department is distinguished by its robust focus on the history of science, medicine, and technology, alongside a strong commitmen
Stanford's History Department is nationally renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, particularly in the history of
Yale University
New Haven, CT · Private · NU #5 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global History and Transnationalism, History of Science and Medicine
The Yale History Department is renowned for its rigorous emphasis on historiographical theory and primary source research, offering students unparalle
Yale's History department is a globally renowned powerhouse with world-class faculty, extensive archival resources, and
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME · Private · LAC #5 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, History of Science and Medicine
Research: American Political and Social History, European Intellectual History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology
The Bowdoin History program is distinguished by its open curriculum, which allows students to tailor their studies without general education constrain
Bowdoin's History department is a national leader with top-tier faculty and resources, warranting 'flagship' status rath
Pomona College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #5 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Historical Studies, Public History (via minor/certificate), Global History
Research: Modern European History, American Social and Cultural History, Global History and Transnationalism
The History program at Pomona is distinguished by its rigorous focus on historical methodology and the requirement of a senior thesis, ensuring every
Pomona's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Duke University
Durham, NC · Private · NU #6 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Science and Medicine, African American History and Slavery Studies, Global History and Transnationalism
The History program at Duke is distinguished by its rigorous focus on global and transnational perspectives, particularly in the history of science, m
Duke's History program is a nationally recognized leader, particularly in specialized fields like the history of science
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL · Private · NU #6 · Department of History (Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Northwestern is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on historical methodology and its strong interdisciplinary connections,
Northwestern's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD · Private · NU #6 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Asian History
Research: History of Medicine and Public Health, American Political and Social History, Global History and International Relations
The Johns Hopkins History program is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on research, particularly in the history of medicine and public health, levera
JHU's History program is a top-tier national leader with world-class faculty; 'strong' understates its elite status.
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA · Private · LAC #7 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Gender and Sexuality History, Global and Transnational History, American Social History
The History program at Wellesley is distinguished by its deep integration of gender, race, and global perspectives into historical inquiry. Students a
Wellesley's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Carleton College
Northfield, MN · Private · LAC #8 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, Asian History
Research: U.S. Social and Cultural History, Global Environmental History, History of Science and Technology
The History program at Carleton is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on historical methodology and a mandatory senior thesis, ensuring graduates
Carleton's History program is a top-tier national department with exceptional faculty; 'strong' understates its elite st
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA · Private · NU #10 · Department of History (School of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: European History, Asian History, African History, Latin American History
Research: History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History, Social and Cultural History
The University of Pennsylvania's History program is distinguished by its deep integration with the university's renowned strengths in medicine, scienc
The University of Pennsylvania's History program is a flagship major due to its nationally renowned faculty in specializ
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY · Private · NU #11 · Department of History (College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Science and Technology Studies, Social History of Medicine, Global and Transnational History
The Cornell History Department is distinguished by its robust interdisciplinary connections, particularly within the fields of Science and Technology
Cornell's History Department is a nationally recognized leader with distinguished faculty in specialized fields like Sci
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL · Private · NU #11 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Ancient Near East and Egyptology, Medieval Europe, Modern Europe, North America
Research: Ancient Near Eastern Archaeology and Textual Studies, Modern European Intellectual History, Social and Cultural History of the United States
The History program at UChicago is distinguished by its heavy emphasis on historiography, theory, and the 'why' behind historical narratives rather th
The University of Chicago's History program is consistently ranked among the top in the nation, renowned for its rigorou
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY · Private · LAC #12 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, Asian History
Research: Global History and Transnationalism, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, American Social and Political History
The History program at Vassar is distinguished by its open curriculum, which allows students to design a highly personalized course of study without d
Vassar's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Columbia University
New York, NY · Private · NU #13 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social History, Global and Transnational History, Intellectual History
The History program at Columbia is distinguished by its rigorous integration with the university's Core Curriculum, which emphasizes critical thinking
Columbia's History program is a nationally renowned flagship department featuring world-class faculty and deep integrati
Brown University
Providence, RI · Private · NU #13 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Science and Medicine, American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Brown is distinguished by its integration into the Open Curriculum, allowing students to design a highly personalized course of
Brown's History program is a national draw due to its unique Open Curriculum structure, which allows for highly personal
Hamilton College
Clinton, NY · Private · LAC #14 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History (General), History and Law, History and Economics, History and Government
Research: American Social History, European Intellectual History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at Hamilton College is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, which allows students to design a highly personalized course of study
Hamilton's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT · Private · LAC #14 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Social History, Cultural History, Global/Transnational History
The History program at Wesleyan is distinguished by its integration with the Open Curriculum, allowing students to tailor their study across diverse g
Wesleyan's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Davidson College
Davidson, NC · Private · LAC #14 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, African History
Research: American Civil War and Reconstruction, Global History and Colonialism, History of Medicine and Public Health
The History program at Davidson is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source analysis and a mandatory senior thesis that prepares stude
Davidson's History program is a top-tier national department with exceptional faculty; 'strong' was too conservative.
Smith College
Northampton, MA · Private · LAC #14 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Gender and Sexuality History, History of Science and Medicine, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Smith College is distinguished by its rigorous focus on gender, race, and the environment, reflecting the college's feminist ro
Smith's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA · Public · NU #15 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Ancient History, Medieval History, Early Modern European History, Modern European History
Research: History of Science and Medicine, Global and Transnational History, African and African Diaspora History
The UCLA History Department is renowned for its strength in global, transnational, and interdisciplinary approaches to historical study, particularly
The UCLA History Department is nationally renowned for its depth in global, transnational, and interdisciplinary approac
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH · Private · NU #15 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science and Medicine, Asian History (particularly China)
The History program at Dartmouth is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on the senior thesis, which requires students to conduct original research
Dartmouth's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing and research output.
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA · Public · NU #17 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The UC Berkeley History Department is a world-renowned leader in social, cultural, and transnational history, offering unparalleled access to the Banc
UC Berkeley's History Department is a globally renowned leader in the field, consistently ranked among the top programs
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN · Private · NU #18 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Ancient History, Medieval History, Modern European History, American History
Research: Medieval European History, American Religious History, History of Science and Medicine
The History program at Notre Dame is distinctive for its deep integration with the university's Catholic intellectual tradition, offering unique cours
Notre Dame's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN · Private · NU #18 · Department of History (College of Arts and Science)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global History of Medicine and Science, Public History and Digital Humanities
The Vanderbilt History program distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on public history and digital humanities, allowing students to apply his
Vanderbilt's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Rice University
Houston, TX · Private · NU #18 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Latin American History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global History and Transnationalism, Latin American History
The Rice University Department of History is distinguished by its small class sizes and a curriculum that emphasizes global perspectives alongside tra
Rice's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT · Private · LAC #19 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Environmental History, Global and Transnational History, History of Science and Medicine
The Middlebury History program is distinguished by its rigorous focus on global perspectives and its integration with the college's unique language im
Middlebury's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Grinnell College
Grinnell, IA · Private · LAC #19 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Science and Medicine, East Asian History (particularly China), American Social and Cultural History
The History program at Grinnell is distinguished by its deep integration with the college's signature tutorial system, ensuring every student engages
Grinnell's History program is a top-tier national department with exceptional faculty; 'strong' was too conservative.
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · Public · NU #21 · Department of History (College of Literature, Science, and the Arts)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: U.S. Social and Cultural History, European Political History, Global and Transnational History
The University of Michigan's History program is distinguished by its vast array of specialized tracks and a rigorous emphasis on historical methodolog
The University of Michigan's History program is a nationally renowned flagship department with world-class faculty, exte
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO · Private · NU #21 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History, History of Medicine and Science
The History department at Washington University in St. Louis is distinguished by its interdisciplinary approach, particularly through its strong conne
WashU's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Haverford College
Haverford, PA · Private · LAC #24 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 10
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social History, Global Environmental History, History of Science and Technology
The History program at Haverford is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, which allows students to tailor their studies without core requirements, and
Haverford's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Georgetown University
Washington, DC · Private · NU #24 · Department of History (School of Arts & Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, History and Politics
Research: U.S. Diplomatic History, Global Conflict and War, Latin American History
The Georgetown History program distinguishes itself by deeply integrating historical inquiry with the university's renowned focus on international aff
Georgetown's History program is a top-tier national leader, particularly in international and diplomatic history; 'stron
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA · Public · NU #24 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology
The UVA History department is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on historical methodology and global perspectives, offering a wide array of regio
UVA's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Emory University
Atlanta, GA · Private · NU #24 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Medicine and Public Health, American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Emory is distinctive for its deep integration with the university's world-class strengths in medicine and public health, offeri
Emory's History program is a top-tier national department with significant research output; 'strong' understates its eli
Colby College
Waterville, ME · Private · LAC #25 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 27
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Environmental History, American Political and Social History, Global History and Transnationalism
The History program at Colby is distinguished by its integration into the unique 4-1-4 academic calendar, allowing students to pursue intensive, facul
Colby's History program is a national leader with top-tier faculty; 'strong' understates its elite status.
Macalester College
St. Paul, MN · Private · LAC #26 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 16
Tracks: African History, Asian History, European History, Latin American History
Research: Global History and International Relations, African Diaspora and African Studies, Human Rights and Social Justice Movements
The History program at Macalester is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on global perspectives, non-Western histories, and the intersection of history
Macalester's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA · Private · NU #27 · Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The USC History program within the Dornsife College is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on public history and its unique integration of historic
USC's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC · Public · NU #27 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global Environmental History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The UNC History Department is distinguished by its rigorous focus on public history and digital humanities, offering unique training in archival work
UNC Chapel Hill's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO · Private · LAC #29 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 21
Tracks: History (General), Public History, History and Political Science
Research: American Social History, Environmental History, Global History
The History program at Colorado College is distinctive due to its integration with the Block Plan, allowing students to immerse themselves in a single
Colorado College's History program is a top-tier national department; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA · Public · NU #29 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Latin American History
Research: Environmental History and Climate Change, History of Science, Technology, and Medicine, Global and Transnational History
The UCSD History Department is distinctive for its strong integration with the university's renowned strengths in science, technology, and global stud
UCSD's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL · Public · NU #30 · Department of History (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Latin American and Caribbean History
The University of Florida's History program is distinguished by its robust focus on public history and digital humanities, leveraging the university's
UF's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'solid' was too conservative.
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX · Public · NU #30 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The Department of History at UT Austin is renowned for its rigorous training in historical methodology and its diverse range of global and regional sp
UT Austin's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
New York University
New York, NY · Private · NU #30 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History, Urban History
NYU's History program is distinguished by its global perspective, leveraging campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai to offer comparative histor
NYU's History program is a top-tier national leader with significant global reach; 'strong' understates its elite status
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley, MA · Private · LAC #34 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $24,035 1yr: Grads/yr: 16
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Gender and Sexuality History, Colonialism and Post-Colonial Studies, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Mount Holyoke is distinguished by its deep integration of gender, race, and global perspectives into historical inquiry. Studen
Mount Holyoke's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY · Private · LAC #36 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 19
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global Environmental History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Skidmore is distinguished by its rigorous senior thesis requirement and a flexible curriculum that encourages interdisciplinary
Skidmore's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Tufts University
Medford, MA · Private · NU #37 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Global History of Science and Medicine, American Social and Cultural History, Colonialism and Post-Colonial Studies
The Tufts History program distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on global perspectives and the integration of digital humanities methods. Stu
Tufts' History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI · Public · NU #39 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of History is renowned for its rigorous training in historical methodology and its diverse range of g
UW Madison's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA · Public · NU #39 · Department of History (College of Letters & Science)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, Asian History
Research: Environmental History, Global and Transnational History, Social and Cultural History of the Americas
The UCSB History program is distinguished by its strong emphasis on global and environmental history, offering students unique opportunities to engage
UCSB's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA · Private · LAC #40 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 7
Tracks: African American History, Women's History, Global History, Public History
Research: African American History, Women's History and Gender Studies, Diaspora Studies
The History program at Spelman College is distinctive for its deep integration of African American history, women's studies, and global perspectives,
Spelman's History program is a top-tier national leader, particularly in African American and women's history; 'strong'
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH · Public · NU #41 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The Department of History at Ohio State is distinguished by its robust focus on public history and digital humanities, offering students unique opport
Ohio State's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ · Public · NU #41 · Department of History (School of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Global and Transnational History
The Department of History at Rutgers is distinguished by its robust focus on transnational and global perspectives, as well as its leadership in the h
Rutgers' History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD · Public · NU #44 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Political and Social History, Global History and Transnationalism, Public History and Digital Humanities
The University of Maryland's History department is distinguished by its robust focus on public history and digital humanities, offering students uniqu
UMD's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY · Private · NU #44 · Department of History (College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Medicine and Science, Global History and International Relations, American Social and Cultural History
The History program at the University of Rochester is distinguished by its rigorous focus on historical methodology and its unique strength in the his
Rochester's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH · Private · LAC #45 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: $37,181 Grads/yr: 33
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, Asian History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global Environmental History, Colonialism and Post-Colonial Studies
The History program at Kenyon is distinguished by its intensive focus on primary source analysis, writing proficiency, and a mandatory senior thesis t
Kenyon's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Georgia
Athens, GA · Public · NU #46 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Civil War and Reconstruction, History of the American South, Global Slavery and Abolition
The Department of History at UGA is renowned for its deep expertise in American Southern history and the Civil War era, supported by a faculty with na
UGA's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA · Private · NU #46 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Global History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global Environmental History, Latin American History
The History program at Lehigh emphasizes a rigorous, interdisciplinary approach that connects historical inquiry to contemporary issues like environme
Lehigh's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of Washington
Seattle, WA · Public · NU #46 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Environmental History and Climate Change, Global and Transnational History, Gender, Sexuality, and Race in History
The University of Washington's History program is distinguished by its robust focus on global, environmental, and social histories, supported by a wor
UW Seattle's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA · Public · NU #76 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $23,087 1yr: $22,033 Grads/yr: 113
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: U.S. History, Asian History, History of Science and Medicine
The History program at UCR is distinguished by its strong focus on diverse global perspectives, particularly in Asian and American history, and its in
UC Riverside's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA · Public · NU #82 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $25,452 1yr: $24,560 Grads/yr: 93
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, Asian History
Research: History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Environmental History, Latin American History
The UCSC History program is distinctive for its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches, particularly in environmental history and the history
UC Santa Cruz's History program is a top-tier national leader; 'strong' understates its elite standing.

★★ Strong Programs

Barnard College
New York, NY · Private · LAC #14 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, History of Science and Medicine
Research: Gender and Sexuality History, African American History, Global Intellectual History
The History program at Barnard is distinguished by its rigorous focus on social history, gender studies, and global perspectives, leveraging the colle
Barnard's History program is distinguished by its rigorous focus on social history, gender studies, and global perspecti
Colgate University
Hamilton, NY · Private · LAC #22 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $35,416 1yr: Grads/yr: 31
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social History, Global Environmental History, History of Science and Medicine
The History program at Colgate is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source analysis and a mandatory senior thesis that demonstrates ad
Colgate has a highly regarded History program with significant national reach; 'solid' was too conservative.
Bates College
Lewiston, ME · Private · LAC #26 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $51,273 1yr: Grads/yr: 26
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, Asian History
Research: Environmental History, History of Science and Medicine, Global/Transnational History
The History program at Bates is distinguished by its open curriculum, which allows students to tailor their studies across diverse global regions and
Bates College is a top-tier liberal arts institution where the History program excels through its rigorous open curricul
College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, MA · Private · LAC #28 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $42,363 1yr: $43,146 Grads/yr: 65
Tracks: History, History and Political Science (Joint Major), Public History
Research: American History (Colonial to Modern), European History (19th-20th Century), Global History and Transnationalism
The History program at Holy Cross is distinguished by its rigorous focus on historical methodology and a mandatory senior thesis that demonstrates mas
Holy Cross's History program is highly regarded and nationally competitive; 'solid' was too conservative.
Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr, PA · Private · LAC #29 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 8
Tracks: Global History, American History, European History, History of Science and Medicine
Research: History of Medicine and Science, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Global and Colonial Histories
The History program at Bryn Mawr is distinguished by its rigorous focus on global perspectives, gender studies, and the history of science, reflecting
Bryn Mawr's History program is a national leader (particularly in women's history and social history); 'solid' understat
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $42,682 1yr: Grads/yr: 21
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Public History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, European Intellectual History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Bucknell is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source analysis and a mandatory senior thesis, which prepares stu
Bucknell has a highly regarded History program with significant national reach; 'solid' is too conservative given the de
Lafayette College
Easton, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 18
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Public History
Research: American Political and Social History, European Diplomatic History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Lafayette is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source research and a mandatory senior thesis, ensuring students
The History program at Lafayette is a standout feature of the college, distinguished by its rigorous senior thesis requi
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA · Private · NU #37 · Department of History (Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Global History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, European Intellectual History, History of Science, Medicine, and Technology
The History program at Boston College is distinguished by its rigorous integration of Jesuit values, emphasizing ethical inquiry and social justice wi
Boston College's History program is well-regarded for its rigorous Jesuit-informed curriculum, small seminar-based learn
Boston University
Boston, MA · Private · NU #41 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: History of Medicine and Science, Urban History and Public Policy, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Boston University is distinguished by its strong emphasis on global perspectives and the intersection of history with public po
Boston University's History program is distinguished by its robust focus on global perspectives, public policy, and inte

★ Solid Programs

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA · Public · LAC #1 · Department of Social Science
2yr Earnings: $35,416 1yr: $27,907 Grads/yr: 60
Tracks: History, Public History
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Environmental History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo distinguishes itself through the 'Learn by Doing' philosophy, requiring a rigorous Senior Project that
Cal Poly SLO's History program is a competent offering with a distinctive 'Learn by Doing' focus and strong regional res
United States Military Academy
West Point, NY · Public · LAC #1 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History
Research: U.S. Military History, Strategic Studies, World History
The History program at West Point is distinctively integrated with military education, focusing heavily on the intersection of historical events and s
West Point (USAFA) is prestigious for military training, but its History program is not a top-15 national research power
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA · Public · LAC #2 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $24,035 1yr: $27,033 Grads/yr: 67
Tracks: General History, History Education (Single Subject Teaching Credential), Public History
Research: History of the American West and Borderlands, Latin American History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at SDSU leverages its strategic location in Southern California to offer unique strengths in the history of the American West, bor
While SDSU has strengths, it is not a top-15 national History department; 'strong' was an overestimation.
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD · Public · LAC #2 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History (General), International Relations
Research: Naval and Maritime History, Military Strategy and Ethics, American Diplomatic History
The History program at the U.S. Naval Academy is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on naval history, military strategy, and the ethical dimensions of
While prestigious for military training, the History program is not a top-15 national research powerhouse compared to Iv
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA · Public · LAC #3 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $30,119 1yr: $25,363 Grads/yr: 70
Tracks: General History, History Education (Single Subject Teaching Credential)
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Public History and Community Archives, History of Immigration and Ethnicity
The History program at Cal Poly Pomona emphasizes practical application through public history initiatives and strong ties to local California heritag
The History program is a competent offering that leverages Cal Poly Pomona's 'Learn by Doing' philosophy to provide stro
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO · Public · LAC #3 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Military History, International Relations, American History
Research: Military Strategy and Operations, Cold War History, Air Power Theory
The History program at USAFA is uniquely designed to produce officers with deep historical context for military strategy and national security. It int
While prestigious for military training, the History program is not a top-15 national research powerhouse compared to Iv
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA · Public · LAC #4 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $27,874 1yr: $26,582 Grads/yr: 146
Tracks: History (General), Public History
Research: Asian American History, California and Pacific Rim History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSULB is distinguished by its strong focus on regional history, particularly the Pacific Rim and California, reflecting the uni
The History program at CSULB is a competent offering with distinct regional strengths in Pacific Rim and California hist
United States Coast Guard Academy
New London, CT · Public · LAC #4 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History
Research: Naval History, Maritime Law, Military Strategy and Ethics
The History program at USCGA is distinctive for its heavy integration of maritime history, naval strategy, and military ethics, preparing cadets for l
Classification remains 'solid'. The program is specialized but not a top-15 national History department.
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA · Public · LAC #5 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $42,682 1yr: Grads/yr: 48
Tracks: History, Public History
Research: Asian American and Pacific Islander History, Latin American and Mexican American History, California and Western U.S. History
The History program at San Jose State University is distinguished by its strong focus on regional histories, particularly of California, Asian America
While SJSU has strengths, it is not a top-15 national History department; 'strong' was an overestimation.
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA · Public · LAC #6 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $35,274 1yr: $33,036 Grads/yr: 61
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, Asian History
Research: African American and Ethnic Studies, Urban History and Social Movements, Global History and Diaspora Studies
The History program at SFSU is distinguished by its deep integration with the university's renowned College of Ethnic Studies, offering unique perspec
While SFSU has strengths, it is not a top-15 national History department; 'strong' was an overestimation.
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA · Public · LAC #7 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $29,956 1yr: $25,066 Grads/yr: 102
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Education in History
Research: Asian American History, California and Western U.S. History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at CSUF leverages its location in Southern California to offer unique perspectives on Asian American, Latin American, and Western
The History program at CSUF is a competent offering with distinct regional strengths in Asian American and California hi
Claremont McKenna College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #8 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Global History
Research: American Political History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Global Economic History
The History program at CMC is distinctive for its strong emphasis on the intersection of history, politics, and public policy, leveraging the college'
CMC's History program is good but not a top-15 national leader; 'strong' was too high given the focus on political scien
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA · Public · LAC #8 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $24,730 1yr: $27,865 Grads/yr: 118
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Teaching Credential Preparation
Research: U.S. History (West Coast and California), Latin American History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUN is characterized by its strong focus on California, U.S. West Coast, and Latin American history, reflecting the university
CSUN's History program is a competent offering with strong regional relevance in California and West Coast studies, serv
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA · Public · LAC #9 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $27,947 1yr: $16,767 Grads/yr: 53
Tracks: History Education (Single Subject Teaching Credential), Public History, Social History, World History
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Environmental History and the Big Chico Creek Reserve, Social Movements and Labor History
The History program at CSU Chico distinguishes itself through its deep integration with the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, offering unique enviro
While CSU Chico has research opportunities, it is not a top-15 national History program; 'strong' was an overestimation.
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA · Public · LAC #10 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $29,250 1yr: $25,949 Grads/yr: 115
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Public History
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Public History and Community Engagement, Urban Development and Policy
The History program at CSU Sacramento distinguishes itself through its strong emphasis on Public History, leveraging the university's location in Cali
While CSU Sacramento has strengths, it is not a top-15 national History department; 'strong' was an overestimation.
Fresno State
Fresno, CA · Public · LAC #11 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $26,353 1yr: $24,029 Grads/yr: 94
Tracks: History (General), Social Studies Education
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Latin American History, Social Movements and Labor History
The History program at Fresno State is distinguished by its strong regional focus on California and the American West, offering unique courses that ex
Fresno State's History program is a competent regional asset with strong pipelines into local education and government s
Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #12 · Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (HSA)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History
Research: American History, History of Science and Technology, Global Political History
The History program at Harvey Mudd is distinctive for its rigorous emphasis on research methodology and writing, culminating in a mandatory senior the
While Harvey Mudd's History program is rigorous and produces excellent outcomes through its mandatory senior thesis and
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA · Public · LAC #12 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $37,856 1yr: $32,106 Grads/yr: 44
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Education (History Teaching Credential)
Research: California and Western U.S. History, Social Movements and Civil Rights, Indigenous Studies
The History program at Sonoma State University benefits from the university's unique status as the only California member of the Council of Public Lib
Sonoma State offers a competent History program with distinct regional strengths in California history and Indigenous st
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA · Public · LAC #13 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $37,568 1yr: $27,493 Grads/yr: 50
Tracks: History (General), Public History
Research: U.S. History (specifically California and Los Angeles history), Latin American History, Asian American History
The History program at Cal State LA is distinguished by its strong focus on regional, ethnic, and public history, reflecting the university's commitme
Cal State LA offers a competent History program with distinct regional strengths in Los Angeles and Latin American histo
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, CA · Public · LAC #14 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $25,967 1yr: $20,882 Grads/yr: 29
Tracks: History Education (Single Subject Teaching Credential), Public History, Indigenous Studies (Interdisciplinary)
Research: Indigenous History and Tribal Relations, Environmental History of the Pacific Northwest, Social Movements and Regional Politics
The History program at Cal Poly Humboldt is distinctive for its deep integration of Indigenous history and environmental studies, reflecting the unive
Cal Poly Humboldt offers a distinctive History program with strong regional relevance in Indigenous studies and environm
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA · Public · LAC #15 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $20,140 1yr: Grads/yr: 39
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Teaching Credential (History)
Research: California History, Labor and Social Movements, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUEB is distinctively focused on preparing students for careers in education, particularly through its robust Secondary Teachi
The History program at CSUEB is a competent offering with clear career pathways in education and public service, though
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA · Public · LAC #16 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $27,947 1yr: $19,478 Grads/yr: 69
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Education (History)
Research: California Indian History and Sovereignty, Western American History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUSM distinguishes itself through its deep integration with the California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center, offering uni
CSUSM offers a competent History program with distinct regional strengths in California Indian history and public engage
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA · Public · LAC #17 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History, Public History
Research: Regional and Local History (Monterey Bay), Environmental History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUMB distinguishes itself through its required service-learning component, which integrates academic study with real-world com
The History program at CSUMB offers a distinct and well-structured curriculum focused on regional and public history, pr
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA · Public · LAC #18 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $16,940 1yr: $20,628 Grads/yr: 68
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Education (History)
Research: American West History, Latin American History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUSB emphasizes the study of the American West and Latin America, leveraging the university's strategic location in Southern C
The History program at CSUSB offers a competent curriculum with distinct regional strengths in American West and Latin A
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA · Public · LAC #19 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $21,964 1yr: $26,581 Grads/yr: 58
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Teaching Credential (History/Social Science)
Research: California State and Local History, Western United States History, Social History of the American West
The History program at Cal State Stanislaus is distinctively focused on regional history, particularly the American West and California, leveraging it
The program offers a competent, regionally focused curriculum with clear outcomes for local teaching and public service
Washington and Lee University
Lexington, VA · Private · LAC #19 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Public History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Legal History and the Judiciary, Global Conflict and Diplomacy
The History program at Washington and Lee is distinguished by its deep integration with the Law, Justice, and Society Program, offering students a uni
Washington and Lee is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA · Public · LAC #20 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $22,806 1yr: Grads/yr: 62
Tracks: History (General), Secondary Education (History)
Research: California and Western History, Public Policy and Ethics, History of Education
The History program at CSUB emphasizes regional history, particularly of California and the American West, providing students with practical skills fo
The History program at CSUB is a competent offering with clear regional specialization and strong ties to teacher prepar
California State University Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA · Public · LAC #21 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $24,035 1yr: $20,770 Grads/yr: 48
Tracks: History, Public History (often available as a track or elective focus), Social Justice
Research: California Regional History, Environmental History, Social Justice and Public History
The History program at CSUCI distinguishes itself through its integration with the university's 'Four Pillars' framework, emphasizing community engage
The History program at CSUCI is a competent offering with a distinct focus on community engagement and regional history,
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA · Private · NU #21 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History of Science and Technology, Public History, Global History, American History
Research: History of Science, Technology, and Medicine, Digital Humanities, Global History
The History program at CMU is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on the intersection of history, science, and technology, leveraging the university's
While CMU is elite, its History program is niche and not a top-15 national department; 'strong' was an overestimation.
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA · Private · LAC #22 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 11
Tracks: History (General), History and Public Policy, History and International Relations, Self-Designed Concentration
Research: American History (Colonial to Civil War), Global History and Transnationalism, Public History and Memory Studies
The History program at the University of Richmond is distinguished by its integration with the 'Law and the Liberal Arts' concentration, allowing stud
Richmond is a strong university, but its History program is not a top-tier national research leader.
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA · Public · LAC #22 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $21,964 1yr: $24,510 Grads/yr: 28
Tracks: General History, History Education (Single Subject Teaching Credential)
Research: African American History, Latin American History, Social Justice and Community Engagement
The History program at CSUDH is distinguished by its strong emphasis on social justice, diversity, and community engagement, reflecting the university
The History program at CSUDH is a competent offering with distinct regional strengths in social justice and teacher prep
Franklin & Marshall College
Lancaster, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $39,009 1yr: Grads/yr: 17
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Public History
Research: Early American History, Modern European History, Global History and Transnationalism
The History program at Franklin & Marshall is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source analysis and a mandatory senior thesis, which p
F&M is a strong liberal arts college, but its History program does not reach the national 'flagship' research tier.
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA · Public · NU #33 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: Environmental History and Agriculture, History of Medicine and Public Health, Asian and Pacific Rim History
The UC Davis History Department is distinctive for its strong emphasis on environmental history, given the university's leadership in agriculture and
UC Davis is a strong university, but its History program specifically does not consistently rank in the top 10-15 nation
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA · Public · NU #33 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Middle Eastern History
Research: Asian American History, Global Environmental History, History of Science and Medicine
The UCI History Department is distinguished by its robust focus on Asian American, global, and environmental history, reflecting the university's dive
UCI is a growing research university, but its History program is not a top-tier national research powerhouse.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL · Public · NU #33 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Ancient History, Medieval History, Early Modern History, Modern History
Research: U.S. Social and Cultural History, Global History and Transnationalism, History of Science and Medicine
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's History department is distinguished by its robust focus on social, cultural, and global histories, offer
UIUC is a top engineering school; its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA · Public · NU #33 · School of Literature, Media, and Communication
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History
Research: History of Science and Technology, American Social History, Global History
The History program at Georgia Tech is distinctive for its focus on the history of science, technology, and society, aligning well with the university
The History program is a competent offering with a distinctive niche in the history of science and technology that lever
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA · Private · LAC #34 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 15
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, Asian History
Research: Social Justice and Activism, Global Diplomacy and International Relations, Environmental History
The History program at Occidental College is distinguished by its integration with the school's unique 'Core Program,' which emphasizes historical thi
Occidental is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
Pitzer College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #36 · History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 4
Tracks: Public History, Environmental History, Social Movements and Social Justice, Global History
Research: Social Justice and Activism, Environmental History, Public History
The History program at Pitzer College is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on social justice, environmental history, and public engagement, aligning
Pitzer is a unique and progressive LAC, but its History program is not a top-tier national research powerhouse.
Denison University
Granville, OH · Private · LAC #36 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $38,289 1yr: Grads/yr: 22
Tracks: History, Public History (often available as a track or elective focus), History & Political Science (Joint major)
Research: American Social and Cultural History, History of Science and Medicine, Public History and Archival Studies
The History program at Denison is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on primary source analysis and a mandatory senior thesis that demonstrates ad
Denison's History program is a competent liberal arts offering with rigorous training in primary source analysis and a m
Trinity College
Hartford, CT · Private · LAC #36 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: $27,558 Grads/yr: 12
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Historical Methodology
Research: Public History and Community Engagement, Social Movements and Cultural History, American Political History
The History program at Trinity College is distinguished by its strong emphasis on public history and community engagement, exemplified by the universi
Trinity College (CT) is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
Berea College
Berea, KY · Private · LAC #40 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $24,035 1yr: Grads/yr: 7
Tracks: African American History, Appalachian History, Global History, Public History
Research: African American History, Appalachian Regional History, Public History and Community Engagement
The History program at Berea College is distinguished by its deep integration with Appalachian and African American studies, offering students unique
While Berea is a respected liberal arts college, its History program does not rank in the top 15 nationally; 'strong' wa
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX · Private · LAC #40 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $26,353 1yr: Grads/yr: 25
Tracks: History (General), Public History, Historical Studies
Research: Latin American History, U.S. Civil Rights and Social Movements, Public History and Archival Science
The History program at Trinity University is distinguished by its integration into the innovative Pathways Curriculum, which emphasizes critical think
Trinity University (TX) is a respected institution, but its History program is not a top-tier national research powerhou
Soka University of America
Aliso Viejo, CA · Private · LAC #40 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: History
Research: Pacific Rim History, Global Peace and Conflict Resolution, Ethics in Public Policy
The History program at Soka University of America is distinctive for its mandatory junior year study abroad, which allows students to conduct immersiv
Soka is a unique institution, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
Union College
Schenectady, NY · Private · LAC #40 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $31,848 1yr: Grads/yr: 18
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, Global History
Research: American Social History, European Intellectual History, Public History and Preservation
The Union College History program is distinguished by its rigorous requirement for a senior thesis, which serves as a capstone project demonstrating a
Union College is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
Scripps College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #44 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 5
Tracks: History (General), History of Science and Medicine, Global History, American History
Research: Gender and Sexuality History, Colonialism and Post-Colonial Studies, History of Science and Medicine
The History program at Scripps College is distinguished by its mandatory Senior Thesis, which provides students with extensive experience in independe
Scripps is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
University of the South
Sewanee, TN · Private · LAC #45 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $37,568 1yr: Grads/yr: 27
Tracks: American History, European History, Global History, Public History
Research: American History (specifically the South and Civil War), Environmental History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Sewanee is distinguished by its rigorous focus on the American South and environmental history, leveraging the university's 13,
Sewanee is a unique and respected institution, but its History program is not a top-tier national research powerhouse.
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA · Private · LAC #45 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $28,598 1yr: $26,473 Grads/yr: 11
Tracks: Global History, U.S. History, European History, History of Science and Medicine
Research: Environmental History, Public History and Digital Humanities, Global and Transnational History
The History program at Dickinson is distinguished by its integration into the 'Dickinson Plan,' which mandates a rigorous senior capstone project that
Dickinson offers a strong curriculum, but it does not rank as a top-tier national research powerhouse in History.
Furman University
Greenville, SC · Private · LAC #45 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 24
Tracks: History Education (Teacher Licensure), Public History, International History
Research: American Civil War and Reconstruction Era, Southern History and Culture, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Furman is distinguished by its strong emphasis on experiential learning through The Furman Advantage, allowing students to enga
Furman is an excellent regional and liberal arts institution, but its History program is not a top-15 national leader.
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC · Private · NU #46 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Public History, History and Business, History and Law
Research: American Social History, History of Science and Medicine, Public History and Digital Humanities
The History program at Wake Forest is distinguished by its integration with the 'Pro Humanitate' core curriculum, emphasizing ethical reasoning and gl
Wake Forest is a strong university, but its History program is not a top-tier national research powerhouse.
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN · Public · NU #46 · Department of History (College of Liberal Arts)
2yr Earnings: 1yr:
Tracks: Public History, American History, European History, Asian History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Global and Transnational History, Public History and Digital Humanities
The Department of History at Purdue distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on public history and digital humanities, offering students practic
Purdue is a top engineering school; its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN · Private · LAC #50 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: $22,920 1yr: Grads/yr: 25
Tracks: Medieval Studies, Ancient Studies, Nordic Studies, Public History
Research: Scandinavian and Nordic History, Medieval European History, American Social and Cultural History
The History program at St. Olaf College is distinctive for its deep integration of Nordic, Medieval, and Ancient studies, offering students a unique g
St. Olaf is a strong LAC, but its History program is not a national flagship in terms of research output.
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN · Private · LAC #50 · Department of History
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 15
Tracks: American History, European History, Asian History, African History
Research: American Social and Cultural History, Environmental History, History of Medicine and Science
The History program at DePauw is distinguished by its rigorous focus on historical methodology and a mandatory senior thesis, ensuring students gradua
DePauw is a good liberal arts college, but its History program is not among the top 15 nationally for research output.
Hillsdale College
Hillsdale, MI · Private · LAC #50 · Department of History and Politics
2yr Earnings: 1yr: Grads/yr: 45
Tracks: History, Politics
Research: Western Civilization and Intellectual History, American Political Thought and Constitutional History, Classical Liberal Arts Pedagogy
The History program at Hillsdale is distinctive for its deep integration with the college's Classical Liberal Arts Core, emphasizing the Western tradi
Hillsdale is unique and respected, but its History program does not have the national research volume or prestige to be
University of California, Merced
Merced, CA · Public · NU #60 · School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Arts
2yr Earnings: $14,442 1yr: Grads/yr: 13
Tracks: History, Public History (if available as a track), Social Justice
Research: U.S. West Coast and California History, Latin American History, Social Movements and Labor History
The History program at UC Merced is distinctive for its focus on the history of the American West, Latin America, and social justice movements, reflec
While UC Merced has strengths, it is not a top-15 national History department; 'strong' was an overestimation.