History (Bachelor's Degree) at Southern Connecticut State University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$34,858

70th percentile

80th percentile in Connecticut

Median Debt

$19,500

19% below national median

Analysis

Among Connecticut's history programs, Southern Connecticut State stands out with first-year earnings of $34,858—ranking in the 80th percentile statewide and significantly above the state median of $27,581. While you'd expect Yale's $54,700 to dominate, what's notable here is that SCSU outperforms flagship UConn and rivals private Connecticut College at a fraction of the cost. The $19,500 debt burden, though higher than the state median, translates to a 0.56 debt-to-earnings ratio—a manageable level for humanities graduates.

The numbers here tell a reasonably positive story: this program combines above-average outcomes with the accessibility of an 81% admission rate. However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift considerably year-to-year. History majors anywhere face the reality of modest starting salaries, but SCSU graduates appear better positioned than most of their Connecticut peers to manage their debt load.

For families weighing options, this represents solid value if your student is committed to history. The combination of reasonable debt and stronger-than-typical earnings suggests graduates are finding decent entry-level positions. Just understand that the small cohort means less statistical reliability—one or two high earners could be skewing the median upward.

Where Southern Connecticut State University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Southern Connecticut State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut

History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (20 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Southern Connecticut State UniversityNew Haven	$12,828	$34,858	—	$19,500	0.56
Yale UniversityNew Haven	$64,700	$54,700	$77,988	$12,000	0.22
Connecticut CollegeNew London	$64,812	$34,657	$54,968	$21,500	0.62
Central Connecticut State UniversityNew Britain	$12,460	$30,301	$44,475	$23,604	0.78
University of ConnecticutStorrs	$20,366	$27,581	$48,903	$22,470	0.81
University of Connecticut-Waterbury CampusWaterbury	$17,462	$27,581	$48,903	$22,470	0.81
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 Southern Connecticut State University, approximately 37% 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 27 graduates with reported earnings and 37 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.