History
Bachelor's degree · Bates College · Lewiston, ME
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,661Median earnings 3 years after
$75,175Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Bates College earn a median of $55,661. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,680 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,330–$66,736).
History (Bachelor's degree) at other Maine schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Maine Portland | $36,876 | $22,750 |
| University of Maine Orono | $31,357 | $27,000 |
Other programs at Bates College
- EconomicsBachelor's degree
$71,187 - Research and Experimental PsychologyBachelor's degree
$47,376 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$42,170 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$41,055 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$40,395 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$40,233 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$38,437 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$30,613 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
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Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Bates College make?
The median salary is $55,661 and $75,175 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.