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Doctoral degree · Princeton University · Princeton, NJ

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,535Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
26Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in History at Princeton University earn a median of $90,535. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $70,550 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,413–$92,926).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from Princeton University make?

The median salary is $90,535.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.