History
Bachelor's degree · The College of New Jersey · Ewing, NJ
$26,218Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,128Median earnings 3 years after
$59,014Median earnings 5 years after
$23,250Median federal debt
52Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at The College of New Jersey earn a median of $26,218 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 $23,250, about 89% of first-year earnings.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $48,482 | $27,000 |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $46,393 | $27,000 |
| Princeton University Princeton | $45,363 | — |
| New Jersey City University Jersey City | $40,919 | $21,410 |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $35,150 | $21,750 |
| Kean University Union | $34,934 | $22,158 |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $33,763 | $19,500 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $33,763 | $19,500 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $33,763 | $19,500 |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $33,145 | $21,500 |
| Montclair State University Montclair | $31,607 | $21,500 |
| Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield | $31,607 | $21,500 |
| Stockton University Galloway | $28,897 | $27,000 |
Other programs at The College of New Jersey
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$107,809 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$85,986 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$84,539 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$84,241 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$74,403 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$73,531 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$71,649 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$70,302 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$65,761 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$65,152 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$64,759 - English Language and Literature, GeneralMaster's degree
$62,921 - EconomicsBachelor's degree
$62,218 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$60,820 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$57,999 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$56,286 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$56,231 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$56,055 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$50,762 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$46,953
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from The College of New Jersey make?
The median salary is $26,218 one year after graduation and $59,014 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.