History at Columbus State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (43 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus State University | — | $39,240 | — | — |
| University of North Georgia | $38,226 | $47,449 | $22,312 | 0.58 |
| University of West Georgia | $35,074 | $39,830 | $29,990 | 0.86 |
| Emory University | $33,710 | $50,737 | $21,000 | 0.62 |
| Dalton State College | $32,899 | $38,495 | — | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $32,752 | $37,170 | $26,485 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $38,226 | $22,312 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $35,074 | $29,990 |
| Emory University Atlanta | $60,774 | $33,710 | $21,000 |
| Dalton State College Dalton | $3,283 | $32,899 | — |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $32,752 | $26,485 |
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 Columbus State University, approximately 44% 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.