History
Bachelor's degree · University of West Georgia · Carrollton, GA
$35,074Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,514Median earnings 4 years after
$48,446Median earnings 5 years after
$28,315Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at University of West Georgia earn a median of $35,074 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 $28,315, about 81% 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 |
| 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 Southern University Statesboro | $26,784 | $20,000 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $23,907 | $20,875 |
Other programs at University of West Georgia
- Education, OtherDoctoral degree
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$93,779 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$89,318 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$77,140 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$69,653 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$67,672 - Educational/Instructional Media DesignMaster's degree
$67,652 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$64,574 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$58,664 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$57,518 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$56,238 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$53,940 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$52,078 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$47,999 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$45,505 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$44,392 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$43,308 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$42,494 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$41,744 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$40,562
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from University of West Georgia make?
The median salary is $35,074 one year after graduation and $48,446 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,315.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.