History
Bachelor's degree · Mississippi State University · Mississippi State, MS
$28,295Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$36,614Median earnings 4 years after
$36,014Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
34Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Mississippi State University earn a median of $28,295 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 $19,500, about 69% of first-year earnings.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other Mississippi schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg | $30,684 | $25,411 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Mississippi State University make?
The median salary is $28,295 one year after graduation and $36,014 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.