Best History Schools in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 5 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 138 recent graduates. Graduates in Rhode Island earn $34,021 on average within two years — 12% above the national average of $30,243, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in RI

$34,021

RI Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Rhode Island

Public Schools (2)

$31,926

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$35,419

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,493 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

History Schools in Rhode Island, Ranked by Earnings

Brown University

Providence, RI · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $42,584

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 5.2%

University of Rhode Island

Kingston, RI · Public

$30,926

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,374

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 77.1%

Rhode Island College

Providence, RI · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,412

Graduates: 35

Acceptance: 81.1%

Providence College

Providence, RI · Private

$39,369

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $22,583

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 48.7%

Roger Williams University

Bristol, RI · Private

$28,598

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 87.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Rhode Island?

Brown University ranks #1 for History in Rhode Island with median graduate earnings of $38,289 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Rhode Island?

History graduates in Rhode Island earn an average of $34,021 within two years of graduation. This is 12% above the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in Rhode Island?

Brown University is the most selective History program in Rhode Island with an acceptance rate of 5.2%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 60.0%.

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

In Rhode Island, private History programs produce average earnings of $35,419 vs $31,926 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Rhode Island

Computer Science $110,969 Applied Mathematics $75,756 Computer and Information Sciences, General $65,103 Computer Engineering $63,493 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $61,814 Civil Engineering $61,508 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $57,769 Finance and Financial Management Services $55,607

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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.