History
Bachelor's degree · Valdosta State University · Valdosta, GA
$32,340Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,595Median earnings 4 years after
$38,990Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
15Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Valdosta State University earn a median of $32,340 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 $25,000, about 77% 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 |
| Augusta University Augusta | $28,689 | $25,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $26,983 | $16,500 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $26,784 | $20,000 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $23,907 | $20,875 |
Other programs at Valdosta State University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$96,299 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$71,395 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$69,013 - Educational/Instructional Media DesignMaster's degree
$68,514 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$68,380 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$67,508 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$62,074 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$59,167 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$57,751 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$56,492 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$55,065 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$53,790 - Information Science/StudiesBachelor's degree
$51,888 - Social WorkMaster's degree
$51,453 - Library Science and AdministrationMaster's degree
$44,126 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$43,810 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$43,532 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsMaster's degree
$42,694 - Business Operations Support and Assistant ServicesBachelor's degree
$42,088 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$41,974
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Valdosta State University make?
The median salary is $32,340 one year after graduation and $38,990 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.