Best History Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 13 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 269 recent graduates. Graduates in Indiana earn $28,360 on average within two years — 6% below the national average of $30,289. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: University of Notre Dame graduates earn $45,529 while Purdue University-Main Campus graduates earn $18,771 — a $26,758 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in IN

$28,360

IN Avg. Earnings

$30,289

National Avg.

544

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Indiana

Public Schools (9)

$26,039

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$33,582

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $7,543 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

History Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame, IN · Private

$45,529

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,439

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 12.4%

Wabash College

Crawfordsville, IN · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $32,054

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 62.8%

Ball State University

Muncie, IN · Public

$31,708

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,056

Graduates: 46

Acceptance: 71.6%

Hanover College

Hanover, IN · Private

$30,771

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,998

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 84.0%

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public

$30,228

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,489

Graduates: 47

Acceptance: 80.4%

Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, IN · Public

$29,685

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 70.6%

Indiana State University

Terre Haute, IN · Public

$27,765

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 91.5%

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$25,967

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,182

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 81.4%

University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN · Public

$24,808

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,905

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 94.7%

#10

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

Indiana University-Kokomo

Kokomo, IN · Public

$23,456

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,562

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 84.7%

#12

Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN · Public

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

$18,771

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,015

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 50.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Indiana?

University of Notre Dame ranks #1 for History in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $45,529 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Indiana?

History graduates in Indiana earn an average of $28,360 within two years of graduation. This is 6% below the national average of $30,289 for this major.

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

University of Notre Dame is the most selective History program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 12.4%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 74.0%.

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

In Indiana, private History programs produce average earnings of $33,582 vs $26,039 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 9 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $72,515 Industrial Engineering $69,578 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.