Best History Schools in Minnesota

Minnesota has 9 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 158 recent graduates. Graduates in Minnesota earn $26,044 on average within two years — 14% below the national average of $30,243. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates earn $27,222 while Augsburg University graduates earn $15,288 — a $11,934 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MN

$26,044

MN Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Minnesota

Public Schools (5)

$28,667

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$22,765

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Minnesota produce comparable or higher early earnings for History graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

History Schools in Minnesota, Ranked by Earnings

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public

$27,222

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,668

Graduates: 102

Acceptance: 77.0%

Minnesota State University-Mankato

Mankato, MN · Public

$28,236

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,326

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 91.3%

University of Minnesota-Morris

Morris, MN · Public

$31,839

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 70.5%

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Duluth, MN · Public

$29,685

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,584

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 81.8%

St Olaf College

Northfield, MN · Private

$22,920

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 52.1%

Gustavus Adolphus College

Saint Peter, MN · Private

$28,236

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $13,913

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 61.8%

Winona State University

Winona, MN · Public

$26,353

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 68.5%

Concordia College at Moorhead

Moorhead, MN · Private

$24,615

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 63.1%

Augsburg University

Minneapolis, MN · Private

$15,288

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 76.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Minnesota?

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ranks #1 for History in Minnesota with median graduate earnings of $27,222 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Minnesota?

History graduates in Minnesota earn an average of $26,044 within two years of graduation. This is 14% below the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in Minnesota?

St Olaf College is the most selective History program in Minnesota with an acceptance rate of 52.1%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 71.4%.

Should I attend a public or private school for History in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, private History programs produce average earnings of $22,765 vs $28,667 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Minnesota

Computer Engineering $69,422 Industrial Engineering $67,846 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,815 Computer Systems Analysis $67,481 Construction Management $66,548 Manufacturing Engineering $66,524 Chemical Engineering $66,094 Computer Science $65,784

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.