Compare 8 History. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $44,863.
History programs produce graduates earning between $25,194 and $77,988—a $53K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in Connecticut, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Yale University's History program leads with graduates earning $77,988, nearly $30K above the state average of $44,863. But the gap reveals the real story: Connecticut College ($54,968) and University of Connecticut ($48,903) both deliver strong outcomes while offering more accessible admissions than Yale's 4.5% acceptance rate.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Yale graduates borrow $12,975 and face just a 3.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. When parent loans are included, Yale maintains the lowest family burden at 11.7%, proving that top programs can also be financially manageable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Yale UniversityPrivate | $77,988 | 108 | $12,975 | Excellent | $29,769 | Good |
| #2 | Connecticut CollegePrivate | $54,968 | 23 | $23,500 | Good | $44,488 | High |
| #3 | $48,903 | 76 | $21,500 | Good | $35,324 | High | |
| #4 | $44,475 | 32 | $22,300 | Manageable | $19,642 | High | |
| #5 | $39,596 | 30 | $24,250 | Challenging | $21,628 | High | |
| #6 | $34,858 | 33 | $22,250 | Challenging | $23,770 | High | |
| #7 | $32,925 | 16 | $24,147 | High | $19,000 | High | |
| #8 | Fairfield UniversityPrivate | $25,194 | 9 | $26,000 | High | $50,500 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
