History at Towson University

Towson's history program is that rare find: a program that genuinely outperforms its institutional profile. With a starting salary of $40,162 and just $15,720 in debt, graduates here earn more than 91% of history majors nationally while carrying dramatically less debt—nearly $8,000 below the national median. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39 means graduates owe less than five months' salary, a remarkably manageable position for a humanities degree.

Within Maryland, Towson holds its own impressively. Its graduates out-earn the state median by $6,000 and trail only University of Maryland-College Park among public options. When you factor in that Towson admits 83% of applicants compared to UMD's selectivity, this represents exceptional value—particularly for in-state students who might not be targeting flagship universities. The 18% earnings growth over four years suggests graduates are finding professional traction rather than stalling in entry-level positions.

For families worried about liberal arts debt, Towson offers concrete reassurance. Your child would graduate with manageable obligations while gaining earning power that exceeds most history programs nationally. This isn't about sacrificing outcomes for accessibility—Towson delivers both.