History

Master's degree · Sam Houston State University · Huntsville, TX

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$46,738Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,943Median earnings 4 years after
$57,243Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
26Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in History at Sam Houston State University earn a median of $46,738 one year after completing the program. 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 Texas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Texas State University
San Marcos
$43,102$29,575

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Frequently asked questions

How much do History graduates from Sam Houston State University make?

The median salary is $46,738 one year after graduation and $57,243 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.