Best History Schools in Oregon

Oregon has 9 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 202 recent graduates. Graduates in Oregon earn $26,694 on average within two years — 12% below the national average of $30,243. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Oregon State University graduates earn $32,925 while Willamette University graduates earn $22,192 — a $10,733 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in OR

$26,694

OR Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Oregon

Public Schools (5)

$29,331

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$24,057

avg. 2yr earnings

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

History Schools in Oregon, Ranked by Earnings

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,343

Graduates: 46

Acceptance: 78.8%

Oregon State University-Cascades Campus

Bend, OR · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,343

Graduates: 46

Acceptance: 68.4%

Portland State University

Portland, OR · Public

$24,035

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,076

Graduates: 59

Acceptance: 90.9%

University of Portland

Portland, OR · Private

$25,194

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 95.4%

University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public

$27,440

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,607

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 85.1%

Southern Oregon University

Ashland, OR · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 82.7%

Lewis & Clark College

Portland, OR · Private

$24,421

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 74.5%

Pacific University

Forest Grove, OR · Private

$24,421

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 91.8%

Willamette University

Salem, OR · Private

$22,192

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 79.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Oregon?

Oregon State University ranks #1 for History in Oregon with median graduate earnings of $32,925 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Oregon?

History graduates in Oregon earn an average of $26,694 within two years of graduation. This is 12% below the national average of $30,243 for this major.

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

Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is the most selective History program in Oregon with an acceptance rate of 68.4%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 83.0%.

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

In Oregon, private History programs produce average earnings of $24,057 vs $29,331 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 Oregon

Computer Science $76,614 Construction Engineering $71,295 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,675 Manufacturing Engineering $69,338 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $68,168 Industrial Engineering $67,420 Chemical Engineering $63,600 Engineering, Other $62,991

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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.