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American History (United States).

A program that focuses on the development of American society, culture, and institutions from the Pre-Columbian period to the present. Includes instruction in American historiography, American history sources and materials, historical research methods, and applications to the study of specific themes, issues, periods, and institutions.

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Related Careers

Managers, All Other

11-9199

$68,860 $136,550 $227,590

Historians

19-3093

$38,630 $74,050 $128,500

History Teachers, Postsecondary

25-1125

$47,730 $81,500 $158,140

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

25-2031

$47,330 $64,580 $104,670

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Use the Related Careers section above to see roles commonly linked to this field of study. Data is based on CIP–SOC crosswalk and BLS occupational data.

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Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$89,170

Avg Median Salary $89,170
Lowest Median $64,580
Highest Median $136,550

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 4
Degree Level Bachelor
Code 54.0102

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