by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Aurora ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in history.
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The bachelor's program at Aurora was ranked #279 on College Factual's Best Schools for history list. It is also ranked #11 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Aurora University handed out 16 bachelor's degrees in history. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of history students who receive their bachelor's degree at Aurora is $27,003. This is less than $28,881, which is the national median of all history majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
Learn about other programs related to History that might interest you.
The online Master of Arts in History degree program can deepen your understanding of how history is made.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the history majors at Aurora University.
Of the 16 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in history from Aurora in 2021, 63% were men and 38% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 63% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Aurora University with a bachelor's in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
