Compare 8 History. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $34,950.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, History programs tell a different story. Across 8 programs in Oregon, earnings range from $22,192 to $50,046—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Oregon State University's History program leads with graduates earning $50,046, well above the state average of $34,950. The University of Oregon follows at $41,472, while Lewis & Clark College reaches $43,383—demonstrating that outcomes depend on program strength rather than institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Oregon State University graduates borrow $21,221 and face just a 10.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42, graduates can cover their student debt with about 5 months of salary.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $50,046 | 62 | $21,221 | Good | $28,923 | High |
| #2 | Lewis & Clark CollegePrivate | $43,383 | 9 | $19,500 | Manageable | $33,625 | High |
| #3 | University Of OregonPublic | $41,472 | 72 | $20,139 | Manageable | $44,405 | High |
| #4 | $34,635 | 52 | $20,500 | Challenging | $18,859 | High | |
| #5 | $34,613 | 15 | $20,500 | Challenging | $15,500 | High | |
| #6 | $28,067 | 13 | $20,332 | High | $21,279 | High | |
| #7 | University Of PortlandPrivate | $25,194 | 7 | $21,370 | High | $57,555 | High |
| #8 | Willamette UniversityPrivate | $22,192 | 12 | $21,500 | High | $36,571 | 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.
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