History at University of North Georgia

History graduates from the University of North Georgia earn significantly more than their peers elsewhere—$38,226 in the first year puts them in the 84th percentile nationally and well above the $32,602 median for Georgia history programs. That's a meaningful advantage: these graduates out-earn peers from Emory and most other Georgia institutions offering this major. The debt load of $22,312 is also below both state and national averages, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58 that's manageable for a humanities degree.

The 24% earnings growth to $47,449 by year four suggests these graduates are finding career traction, likely helped by the university's location near metro Atlanta and its focus on preparing students for professional paths. While history majors won't match business or engineering salaries, this program positions graduates better than most alternatives. The combination of strong initial placement and reasonable debt makes this one of Georgia's more practical choices for students committed to studying history.

For parents concerned about liberal arts affordability, this program demonstrates that institution matters as much as major. Your child would graduate with less debt and higher earning potential than at most peer schools, though career planning will still be essential for maximizing a history degree's value.