Best History Schools in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has 8 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 314 recent graduates. Graduates in New Hampshire earn $34,370 on average within two years — 14% above the national average of $30,243, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Dartmouth College graduates earn $50,856 while Plymouth State University graduates earn $24,035 — a $26,821 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in NH

$34,370

NH Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in New Hampshire

Public Schools (4)

$29,970

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$41,383

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $11,413 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

History Schools in New Hampshire, Ranked by Earnings

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH · Private

$50,856

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $42,685

Graduates: 34

Acceptance: 6.2%

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

Durham, NH · Public

$30,926

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,011

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 86.9%

University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online

Manchester, NH ·

$30,926

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,011

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: N/A

Southern New Hampshire University

Manchester, NH · Private

$33,565

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,806

Graduates: 99

Acceptance: 96.1%

Keene State College

Keene, NH · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,976

Graduates: 28

Acceptance: 89.1%

Saint Anselm College

Manchester, NH · Private

$39,729

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 78.3%

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Manchester, NH · Public

$30,926

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,011

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 87.3%

Plymouth State University

Plymouth, NH · Public

$24,035

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 91.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in New Hampshire?

Dartmouth College ranks #1 for History in New Hampshire with median graduate earnings of $50,856 within two years of graduation. There are 8 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in New Hampshire?

History graduates in New Hampshire earn an average of $34,370 within two years of graduation. This is 14% above the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in New Hampshire?

Dartmouth College is the most selective History program in New Hampshire with an acceptance rate of 6.2%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 76.4%.

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

In New Hampshire, private History programs produce average earnings of $41,383 vs $29,970 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in New Hampshire

Accounting and Related Services $48,295 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions $36,134 American Sign Language N/A Computer Science $82,176 Computer and Information Sciences, General $62,709 Economics $59,919 Mathematics $58,354 Health and Medical Administrative Services $51,009

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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.