History

Bachelor's degree · University of South Dakota · Vermillion, SD

CIP 54.01

$28,431Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,096Median earnings 4 years after
$44,104Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
10Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at University of South Dakota earn a median of $28,431 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 $25,000, about 88% of first-year earnings.

History (Bachelor's degree) at other South Dakota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
South Dakota State University
Brookings
$33,135$26,062

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from University of South Dakota make?

The median salary is $28,431 one year after graduation and $44,104 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.

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