History
Bachelor's degree · Gustavus Adolphus College · Saint Peter, MN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,177Median earnings 3 years after
$50,079Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
15Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Gustavus Adolphus College earn a median of $38,177. 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 Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $42,297 | $22,881 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $39,186 | $21,241 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $26,635 | $19,000 |
Other programs at Gustavus Adolphus College
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$71,294 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$64,094 - EconomicsBachelor's degree
$52,439 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$50,074 - Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's degree
$49,881 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$47,250 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$44,117 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$38,796 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$38,463 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$38,024 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$33,456 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$33,174 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$31,877 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
$28,601 - PhysicsBachelor's degree
$73,540 - ChemistryBachelor's degree
— - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$88,379 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$38,554 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$34,018 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$72,945
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Gustavus Adolphus College make?
The median salary is $38,177 and $50,079 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.