History at Washington & Jefferson College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (75 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington & Jefferson College | $29,591* | $55,948 | $27,000 | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $48,555* | $76,695 | $11,000 | 0.23 |
| Lycoming College | $35,026* | $34,345 | — | — |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania | $34,682* | $40,710 | $27,000 | 0.78 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | $34,460* | $39,878 | $27,000 | 0.78 |
| Temple University | $33,586* | $45,870 | $26,000 | 0.77 |
| National Median | $31,220* | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $48,555 | $11,000 |
| Lycoming College Williamsport | $47,675 | $35,026 | — |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $10,507 | $34,682 | $27,000 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $13,544 | $34,460 | $27,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $33,586 | $26,000 |
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 Washington & Jefferson College, approximately 29% 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 18 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.