History
Bachelor's degree · Georgia Southern University · Statesboro, GA
$26,784Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,796Median earnings 4 years after
$46,597Median earnings 5 years after
$20,000Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Georgia Southern University earn a median of $26,784 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 $20,000, about 75% of first-year earnings.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $38,226 | $23,892 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $35,074 | $28,315 |
| Emory University Atlanta | $33,710 | $21,000 |
| Dalton State College Dalton | $32,899 | — |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $32,752 | $25,500 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $32,602 | $24,375 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $32,340 | $25,000 |
| Augusta University Augusta | $28,689 | $25,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $26,983 | $16,500 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $23,907 | $20,875 |
Other programs at Georgia Southern University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$98,272 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$84,755 - Manufacturing EngineeringBachelor's degree
$83,438 - Public HealthDoctoral degree
$81,134 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$75,859 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$72,741 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$72,563 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$68,462 - Construction Engineering Technology/TechnicianBachelor's degree
$67,235 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$65,423 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$63,616 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$63,195 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$62,447 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$59,373 - Educational/Instructional Media DesignMaster's degree
$58,195 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$58,026 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$54,938 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$53,884 - Information Science/StudiesBachelor's degree
$52,435 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$52,130
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Georgia Southern University make?
The median salary is $26,784 one year after graduation and $46,597 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.