Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
History and Political Science
With a general synthesis of history and political science or a specialization which draws from history and political science. Covers comparative government and politics, historiography, historical research methods, political science, political theory, records administration, and systematic study of political institutions and behavior.
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Careers this field can lead to
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- Median pay
- $141,900
- Hiring change through 2035
- 4.9%
- Job openings a year
- 100,900
To get hiredBachelor's degree
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- Median pay
- $61,990
- Hiring change through 2035
- 5.0%
- Job openings a year
- 4,900
To get hiredBachelor's degree
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- Median pay
- $101,110
- Hiring change through 2035
- −0.2%
- Job openings a year
- 2,700
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- Median pay
- $98,070
- Hiring change through 2035
- 2.5%
- Job openings a year
- 1,500
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
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- Median pay
- $83,820
- Hiring change through 2035
- 0.0%
- Job openings a year
- 1,500
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
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- Median pay
- $142,080
- Hiring change through 2035
- −2.0%
- Job openings a year
- 400
To get hiredMaster's degree
Explore this career Growing with the economyHistorians
- Median pay
- $76,750
- Hiring change through 2035
- 3.0%
- Job openings a year
- 300
To get hiredMaster's degree
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College options
Where to study it
Ordered by how many degrees each college awards in this field. Sort by any numbered column.
| College | Degrees a year | Admit rate | Average annual cost after aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry College MA | 6 | 92% | $27,000 |
| Monmouth University NJ | 1 | 90% | $25,000 |