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Bachelor's degree · George Washington University · Washington, DC

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$38,927Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,734Median earnings 4 years after
$73,794Median earnings 5 years after
$23,250Median federal debt
54Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at George Washington University earn a median of $38,927 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,680 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,330–$66,736). Median debt is $23,250, about 60% of first-year earnings.

History (Bachelor's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Georgetown University
Washington
$49,876$16,640
American University
Washington
$43,809$26,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from George Washington University make?

The median salary is $38,927 one year after graduation and $73,794 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.