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History at University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, MD · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $42,020/yr (30% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (188,200 openings/yr)

ROI 11.6x earnings multiple (3.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #13 of 389 History programs Top 5%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to History graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$539K	$534K	$495K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.7x	11.6x	10.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.3x	3.3x	3.1x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	55	55	51

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$46,020

Out-of-state: $161,224 (3.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$62,360

-36% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,026

6.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,450

32% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $42,020 put University of Maryland-College Park's History program 30% above the national median of $32,281 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

With a 11.6x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,026 against $42,020/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

University of Maryland-College Park ranks #13 among 389 History programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 32% earnings increase from $42,020 to $55,450 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Maryland-College Park

A 45% admission rate makes University of Maryland-College Park accessible to a wide range of qualified students, serving a student body of 30,246 in College Park, MD.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

History teachers, postsecondary $81,500/yr

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 55/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Maryland-College Park?

At 55/100, University of Maryland-College Park's History program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study History at University of Maryland-College Park?

The 44% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is University of Maryland-College Park one of the best schools for History?

Among 389 History programs, University of Maryland-College Park's #13 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →