History
Master's degree · California State University-Northridge · Northridge, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,177Median earnings 3 years after
$63,620Median earnings 5 years after
$26,579Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in History at California State University-Northridge earn a median of $46,177. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,360 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,544–$73,546). Median debt is $26,579, about 58% of first-year earnings.
History (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $52,144 | $30,734 |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $36,905 | $44,181 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $33,736 | $33,556 |
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$66,689
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from California State University-Northridge make?
The median salary is $46,177 and $63,620 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,579.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.