History
Bachelor's degree · Eastern Kentucky University · Richmond, KY
$29,346Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$26,733Median earnings 3 years after
$42,558Median earnings 5 years after
$24,250Median federal debt
13Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Eastern Kentucky University earn a median of $29,346 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 $24,250, about 83% of first-year earnings.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $29,619 | $24,484 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $28,432 | $18,750 |
| Murray State University Murray | $27,831 | $21,750 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $27,177 | $21,125 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $22,047 | $21,490 |
Other programs at Eastern Kentucky University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$104,754 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$82,691 - Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, OtherMaster's degree
$73,507 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$72,389 - Quality Control and Safety Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's degree
$71,240 - Construction ManagementBachelor's degree
$68,726 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$68,633 - Fire ProtectionBachelor's degree
$66,617 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree
$66,512 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$62,464 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$56,947 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$55,917 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$54,235 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$53,855 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$53,683 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$46,812 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$46,623 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$46,229 - InsuranceBachelor's degree
$44,792 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$44,070
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Eastern Kentucky University make?
The median salary is $29,346 one year after graduation and $42,558 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.