Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how West Point ranks among other schools offering degrees in history.
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During the most recent reporting year, United States Military Academy handed out 21 bachelor’s degrees in history.
Among recent graduates, 81% of history bachelor’s degrees went to men and 19% went to women.
The largest share of history bachelor’s degree graduates at West Point are White. Roughly 76% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from United States Military Academy with a bachelor’s in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the history majors at United States Military Academy.
The history program at West Point includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Military History | 7 |
| American History (United States) | 1 |
West Point granted 7 completions in military history in the latest year of data — 14% to women and 86% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (100%).
West Point granted 1 degree in american history (united states) in the latest year of data — 0% to women and 100% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).