by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how Villanova ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in history.
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The bachelor's program at Villanova was ranked #78 on College Factual's Best Schools for history list. It is also ranked #3 in Pennsylvania.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Villanova University handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in history. This is a decrease of 14% over the previous year when 22 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 15 students received their master’s degree in history from Villanova. This makes it the #42 most popular school for history master’s degree candidates in the country.
History majors graduating with a master's degree from Villanova make a median salary of $27,420 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $39,755.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Villanova, history students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $24,952 for all history majors across the country.
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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 Villanova University.
For the most recent academic year available, 68% of history bachelor's degrees went to men and 32% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 84% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor's in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Of the 15 students who earned a master's degree in History from Villanova in 2020-2021, 53% were men and 47% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 80% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Villanova University with a master's in history.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
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