History
Bachelor's degree · Middle Tennessee State University · Murfreesboro, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at Middle Tennessee State University earn a median of $35,391 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 $17,500, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
History (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $46,856 | $16,514 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $34,456 | $19,375 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $30,652 | $22,625 |
| Rhodes College Memphis | $29,279 | $23,104 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $28,713 | $15,750 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $27,799 | $20,500 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $26,952 | — |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $24,659 | $16,960 |
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$65,839 - Biological and Biomedical Sciences, OtherMaster's degree
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$59,076 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
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$46,505
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from Middle Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $35,391 one year after graduation and $43,177 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.