History at Purdue University-Main Campus
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 Indiana
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (36 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University-Main Campus | — | $43,032 | $22,980 | — |
| University of Southern Indiana | $40,692 | $37,359 | $21,629 | 0.53 |
| University of Notre Dame | $39,522 | $63,592 | $19,000 | 0.48 |
| Wabash College | $39,138 | $51,232 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $31,880 | $50,828 | $23,754 | 0.75 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | $31,526 | $39,661 | $27,000 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $10,136 | $40,692 | $21,629 |
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $62,693 | $39,522 | $19,000 |
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $49,125 | $39,138 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $11,790 | $31,880 | $23,754 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $10,449 | $31,526 | $27,000 |
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 Purdue University-Main Campus, approximately 13% 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.