Best History Schools in North Carolina

North Carolina has 17 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 614 recent graduates. Graduates earn $30,829 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $30,243.

School choice matters significantly: Duke University graduates earn $52,941 while Belmont Abbey College graduates earn $24,730 — a $28,211 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in NC

$30,829

NC Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in North Carolina

Public Schools (11)

$28,672

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (6)

$34,424

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $5,752 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

History Schools in North Carolina, Ranked by Earnings

Duke University

Durham, NC · Private

$52,941

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $45,091

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 6.8%

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC · Public

$25,525

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,703

Graduates: 152

Acceptance: 18.7%

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Pembroke, NC · Public

$13,702

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,183

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 92.4%

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,855

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 39.9%

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, NC · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,213

Graduates: 137

Acceptance: 80.2%

North Carolina Central University

Durham, NC · Public

$32,162

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 90.5%

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, NC · Public

$25,194

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,882

Graduates: 37

Acceptance: 74.0%

East Carolina University

Greenville, NC · Public

$38,018

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,937

Graduates: 39

Acceptance: 90.1%

Western Carolina University

Cullowhee, NC · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,437

Graduates: 33

Acceptance: 86.7%

#10

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro, NC · Public

$32,498

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,422

Graduates: 56

Acceptance: 89.8%

#11

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem, NC · Private

$41,789

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,486

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 21.6%

#12

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC · Public

University of North Carolina Asheville

Asheville, NC · Public

$25,774

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,443

Graduates: 31

Acceptance: 93.9%

#14

Guilford College

Greensboro, NC · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,268

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 83.8%

#15

Warren Wilson College

Swannanoa, NC · Private

Elon University

Elon, NC · Private

Belmont Abbey College

Belmont, NC · Private

$24,730

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 90.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in North Carolina?

Duke University ranks #1 for History in North Carolina with median graduate earnings of $52,941 within two years of graduation. There are 17 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in North Carolina?

History graduates in North Carolina earn an average of $30,829 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in North Carolina?

Duke University is the most selective History program in North Carolina with an acceptance rate of 6.8%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 70.1%.

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

In North Carolina, private History programs produce average earnings of $34,424 vs $28,672 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 11 public and 6 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in North Carolina

Computer Engineering $79,319 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $65,539 Chemical Engineering $65,411 Computer Science $60,095 Construction Engineering Technologies $58,582 Civil Engineering $56,103 Computer Programming $55,943 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other $50,726

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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.