History
Bachelor's degree · Lander University · Greenwood, SC
$36,613Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,783Median earnings 4 years after
$43,979Median earnings 5 years after
$19,250Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Lander University earn a median of $36,613 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 $19,250, about 53% of first-year earnings.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other South Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston | $42,712 | $25,524 |
| Clemson University Clemson | $36,199 | $20,500 |
| Presbyterian College Clinton | $35,265 | $25,000 |
| Wofford College Spartanburg | $30,189 | — |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $28,449 | $25,500 |
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $28,322 | $25,975 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $27,652 | $20,500 |
| Coastal Carolina University Conway | $24,172 | $25,062 |
Other programs at Lander University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$78,485 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$59,232 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$47,462 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$39,601 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$37,208 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$32,422 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$31,243 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$27,155 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$26,626 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$25,271 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$25,204 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$21,605 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$36,568 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$50,079
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Lander University make?
The median salary is $36,613 one year after graduation and $43,979 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.