History at Berea College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea College | $28,132* | — | $25,946* | — |
| Northern Kentucky University | $29,619* | $40,575 | $30,375* | 1.03 |
| Eastern Kentucky University | $29,346* | $37,167 | $27,000* | 0.92 |
| University of Kentucky | $28,432* | $44,098 | $20,500* | 0.72 |
| Murray State University | $27,831* | — | $25,500* | 0.92 |
| Western Kentucky University | $27,177* | $38,121 | $22,965* | 0.85 |
| National Median | $31,220* | — | $24,000* | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $10,896 | $29,619 | $30,375 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $10,130 | $29,346 | $27,000 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $13,212 | $28,432 | $20,500 |
| Murray State University Murray | $9,708 | $27,831 | $25,500 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $11,436 | $27,177 | $22,965 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Berea College, approximately 81% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in KY. Actual outcomes may vary.