History at Northwestern College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern College | $36,402* | — | $25,946* | — |
| Iowa State University | $41,294* | $40,853 | $26,007* | 0.63 |
| Grinnell College | $39,687* | $50,567 | $17,500* | 0.44 |
| University of Iowa | $33,117* | $51,028 | $25,978* | 0.78 |
| University of Northern Iowa | $27,569* | $45,192 | $21,776* | 0.79 |
| National Median | $31,220* | — | $24,000* | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Ames | $10,497 | $41,294 | $26,007 |
| Grinnell College Grinnell | $64,862 | $39,687 | $17,500 |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $10,964 | $33,117 | $25,978 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $27,569 | $21,776 |
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 Northwestern College, approximately 23% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in IA. Actual outcomes may vary.