History

Master's degree · Salem State University · Salem, MA

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$69,278Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
6Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in History at Salem State University earn a median of $69,278. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,360 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,544–$73,546).

History (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Boston College
Chestnut Hill
$51,624—
Simmons University
Boston
$41,619$59,676

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from Salem State University make?

The median salary is $69,278 and $69,278 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.