History at Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies | — | $44,001 | $31,615 | — |
| Columbia College | $40,054 | $40,667 | $29,700 | 0.74 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $27,941 | — | $27,000 | 0.97 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $27,851 | $37,895 | $28,738 | 1.03 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $26,996 | $45,990 | $21,250 | 0.79 |
| Truman State University | $25,010 | $41,473 | $21,125 | 0.84 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Columbia | $24,326 | $40,054 | $29,700 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $27,941 | $27,000 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $27,851 | $28,738 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $26,996 | $21,250 |
| Truman State University Kirksville | $9,470 | $25,010 | $21,125 |
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 Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies, approximately 59% 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.