Public/Applied History at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

History Certificate CIP 54.0105

Total Graduates

10

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

20%

2 of 10

Female Graduates

80%

8 of 10

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#2
of 17 colleges nationally
88.2%
Produces more graduates than 88.2% of colleges offering this program
65
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Public/Applied History.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 54.0105
Program Family History

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 10 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 20% male, 80% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Managers, all other

Primary Occupation
$136,550
Median Annual Salary
$68,860 $227,590
10th percentile 90th percentile
630,980 employed nationally +4.5% projected growth

Related Occupations

History teachers, postsecondary -0.2%
$81,500
Curators +7%
$61,770
Archivists +3.8%
$61,570
Historians +2.2%
$74,050

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$61,570

10-Year Job Growth

+3.8%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 10 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Archivists SOC: 25-4011
$49,256+3.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$109,240+4.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
Compliance Managers SOC: 11-9199
$109,240+4.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
Curators SOC: 25-4012
$49,416+7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Historians SOC: 19-3093
$59,240+2.2%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$46,178

Peak Salary

$76,963

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Reading Comprehension
Writing
Active Listening
Speaking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
E
Enterprising
R
Realistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Confident
Persuasive
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Writing
Active Listening
Monitoring
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value writing?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Amherst, MA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $16,591
Out-of-State Tuition $38,527
Average Net Price $22,954

Program Information

CIP Code: 54.0105
CIP Family: 54
IPEDS ID:
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