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Bachelor's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

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$49,876Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,501Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$16,640Median federal debt
48Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Georgetown University earn a median of $49,876 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 $16,640, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
American University
Washington
$43,809$26,000
George Washington University
Washington
$38,927$23,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from Georgetown University make?

The median salary is $49,876 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,640.

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