History

Master's degree · New York University · New York, NY

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$57,142Median earnings 3 years after

$71,720Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

36Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in History at New York University earn a median of $57,142. 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 New York schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
Pace University New York	$63,996	—

Highest-paying History programs nationwide →

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from New York University make?

The median salary is $57,142 and $71,720 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.