History
Bachelor's degree · The University of the South · Sewanee, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$56,283Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
30Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in History at The University of the South earn a median of $56,283. 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 $21,500, about 38% 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 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $35,391 | $17,500 |
| 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 |
Other programs at The University of the South
- EconomicsBachelor's degree
$58,532 - International/Globalization StudiesBachelor's degree
$42,390 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$35,379 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$35,204 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$31,831 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$31,218 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$23,932 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$59,821 - Theological and Ministerial StudiesFirst professional degree
$77,812
Frequently asked questions
How much do History graduates from The University of the South make?
The median salary is $56,283 and $56,283 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.