History at Whittier College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (72 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittier College | — | — | — | — |
| Ashford University | $46,581 | $45,832 | $40,750 | 0.87 |
| San Diego State University | $38,203 | $39,883 | $13,881 | 0.36 |
| California State University-Northridge | $37,031 | $44,147 | $15,000 | 0.41 |
| University of Southern California | $36,876 | $59,624 | $12,638 | 0.34 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz | $33,081 | $40,464 | $18,279 | 0.55 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $46,581 | $40,750 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $38,203 | $13,881 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $7,095 | $37,031 | $15,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $36,876 | $12,638 |
| University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz | $14,560 | $33,081 | $18,279 |
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 Whittier College, approximately 32% 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.