by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how WMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in history.
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WMU ranks competitively among schools offering history. More specifically it was ranked #590 out of 618 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #9 in Michigan.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Western Michigan University conferred 13 bachelor’s degrees in history.
History majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from WMU earn a median of $33,985 a year. This is lower than $58,084, the median for all majors at WMU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at WMU, history students borrow a median amount of $31,000 in student loans. This is above $27,999, the typical median for all majors at WMU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,334 | $19,826 |
| Fees | $126 | $126 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 69% of history bachelor’s degrees went to men and 31% went to women.
The largest share of history bachelor’s degree graduates at WMU were White. About 69% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of history master’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of history master’s degree graduates at WMU are Asian. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a master’s in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Here are the demographics of the history majors at Western Michigan University.
This history program at WMU breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| History | 15 |