History at Lewis & Clark College
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 Oregon
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark College | — | $43,383 | — | — |
| Oregon State University | $34,589 | $50,046 | $24,332 | 0.70 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $34,589 | $50,046 | $24,332 | 0.70 |
| Southern Oregon University | $28,067 | — | $21,500 | 0.77 |
| University of Oregon | $25,571 | $41,472 | $18,675 | 0.73 |
| Portland State University | $24,612 | $34,635 | $31,000 | 1.26 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $13,494 | $34,589 | $24,332 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $34,589 | $24,332 |
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $12,093 | $28,067 | $21,500 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $25,571 | $18,675 |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $24,612 | $31,000 |
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 Lewis & Clark College, approximately 19% 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.