by our College Data Analytics TeamHistory is a field worth a close look when choosing where to study. A focused field like this rewards careful comparison of the schools that offer it.
To produce this 2027 ranking, College Factual evaluated 2 schools to find the best for history students.
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If you are not interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the history degrees they offer, see the list below.
No school ranked higher than Montana State University this year for history. Located in the city of Bozeman, Montana State University is a large public university. The six-year graduation rate is 57%. Montana State University awarded about 34 history degrees in the most recent data year. Graduates of the history program make about $29,692 in their early career. Typical student debt for the program is $22,500. More information about a degree in history from Montana State University
A rank of #2 makes The University Of Montana one of the top schools for history. Set in the city of Missoula, The University Of Montana is a large public institution. Roughly 49% of students complete a degree within six years here. The University Of Montana awarded about 47 history degrees in the most recent data year. Graduates of the history program make about $28,508 in their early career. The University Of Montana graduates carry a median of $26,500 in student loans. More information about a degree in history from The University Of Montana
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. The methodology weighs graduation rate, post-graduation earnings, cost, and program quality, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 2 schools evaluated.
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