History at Dalton State College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Dalton State College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Dalton State College graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 59th percentile of all history bachelors programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalton State College | $32,899 | $38,495 | — | — |
| 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 |
| Kennesaw State University | $32,752 | $37,170 | $26,485 | 0.81 |
| Georgia State University | $32,602 | $35,645 | $26,500 | 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 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $32,752 | $26,485 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $32,602 | $26,500 |
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 Dalton State College, approximately 50% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 22 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.