History (Bachelor's Degree) at Framingham State University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$34,836

70th percentile

60th percentile in Massachusetts

Median Debt

$27,000

12% above national median

Analysis

Framingham State's history program produces graduates who earn slightly above the Massachusetts median ($34,836 vs. $34,059), placing it in the 60th percentile statewide—a respectable position given that the state's top programs include Harvard and Amherst. The debt burden of $27,000 is remarkably low, landing in just the 5th percentile nationally, which translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.78. For context, you'd be borrowing less than a year's salary, and about $2,000 more than the state median for history majors.

The gap between Framingham and Massachusetts' highest earners is significant—UMass Boston graduates earn $12,000 more annually—but the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift year to year. What's clear is that you're not paying elite-college debt for this degree while still landing slightly ahead of your typical Massachusetts history graduate.

For families looking at public options in Massachusetts, this combination of below-average debt and above-average earnings makes Framingham State a financially rational choice for history majors. Just don't expect the earning power of more selective programs, and verify recent placement outcomes given the limited data.

Where Framingham State University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all history bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Framingham State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (48 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Framingham State UniversityFramingham	$11,630	$34,836	—	$27,000	0.78
Amherst CollegeAmherst	$67,280	$56,444	$114,276	—	—
Harvard UniversityCambridge	$59,076	$53,468	$89,238	$12,721	0.24
University of Massachusetts-BostonBoston	$15,496	$46,908	$43,311	$24,862	0.53
Fitchburg State UniversityFitchburg	$11,046	$46,184	—	$21,635	0.47
College of the Holy CrossWorcester	$60,850	$42,345	$65,505	$27,000	0.64
National Median	—	$31,220	—	$24,000	0.77

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with history graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Research Coordinators

Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

History Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Historians

Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.

$74,050/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.

$64,580/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Archivists

Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.

$57,100/yrJobs growth:

Curators

Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.

$57,100/yrJobs growth:

Museum Technicians and Conservators

Restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.

$57,100/yrJobs growth:

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

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 Framingham State University, approximately 34% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 25 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.