History at University of Central Missouri
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 Missouri
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Missouri | $27,424* | $37,996 | $25,445* | — |
| Columbia College | $40,054* | $40,667 | $29,700* | 0.74 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $27,941* | — | $27,000* | 0.97 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $27,851* | $37,895 | $28,738* | 1.03 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $26,996* | $45,990 | $21,250* | 0.79 |
| Truman State University | $25,010* | $41,473 | $21,125* | 0.84 |
| National Median | $31,220* | — | $24,000* | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Columbia | $24,326 | $40,054 | $29,700 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $27,941 | $27,000 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $27,851 | $28,738 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $26,996 | $21,250 |
| Truman State University Kirksville | $9,470 | $25,010 | $21,125 |
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 University of Central Missouri, approximately 26% 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 6 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.