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Cheapest History Colleges in Michigan

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

University of Michigan-Dearborn delivers the state's most affordable History degree at just $10,904 net cost while producing graduates who earn $35,060 annually. This positions History majors well above the state's median earnings range of $21,964 to $35,060. Michigan's automotive giants like Ford and GM increasingly value historians for corporate communications, archival work, and market research roles that require analytical thinking and strong writing skills. The 47-point gap between Dearborn's 54% acceptance rate and Michigan Tech's 94% acceptance rate reflects varying admission standards across the state's 20 History programs. Public universities dominate Michigan's affordable options, with 11 of the top 15 schools charging under $18,000 annually. The Michigan Achievement Scholarship adds up to $5,500 in aid for qualifying residents, making programs like Saginaw Valley State even more accessible at $12,240 in-state tuition.
31
Programs
$10,904 – $26,409
Net Price Range
$28,692
Avg. Program Earnings
60.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

31 History Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,904 $14,944 56.6% 54.1%
2 $12,202 $13,630 47.9% 87.9%
3 $12,280 $14,014 44.6% 66.4%
4 $13,584 $14,694 56.9% 90.1%
5 $14,368 $14,266 56.9% 76.9%
6 $14,582 $12,240 53.8% 76.4%
7 $14,773 $14,297 56.5% 75.3%
8 $14,832 $17,228 93.2% 17.7%
9 $15,729 $18,392 68.7% 93.7%
10 $16,041 $14,190 61.8% 79.0%
11 $16,179 $32,300 68.1% 90.5%
12 $16,882 $55,746 57.1% 66.5%
13 $17,084 $15,510 45.5% 83.2%
14 $17,096 $14,628 68.6% 90.4%
15 $17,185 $29,778 51.1% 65.0%
16 $17,485 $13,304 50.8% 70.6%
17 $17,815 $27,360 58.1% 64.8%
18 $18,597 $33,710 65.9% 91.3%
19 $18,700 $19,990 25.9%
20 $18,701 $15,298 57.8% 84.6%
21 $18,873 $58,764 81.7% 79.3%
22 $18,902 $38,520 62.5% 90.8%
23 $20,751 $15,988 82.2% 88.0%
24 $20,899 $32,580 59.9% 47.3%
25 $21,158 $33,076 37.0% 84.6%
26 $21,504 $40,556 56.0% 69.1%
27 $22,384 $29,100 61.6% 81.8%
28 $24,663 $47,430 63.7% 64.7%
29 $24,783 $38,670 77.4% 74.2%
30 $25,749 $40,420 82.3% 80.5%
31 $26,409 $34,200 50.0% 70.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Michigan-Dearborn the cheapest History program in Michigan?

At $10,904 net cost, UM-Dearborn combines reasonable tuition with strong financial aid packages. The school maintains a 54% acceptance rate while producing History graduates earning $35,060 annually. Students benefit from proximity to Detroit's museums and historical societies for internships and research opportunities.

How much do Michigan History graduates typically earn after college?

History graduates across Michigan's programs earn between $21,964 and $35,060 annually, with significant variation by school. University of Michigan-Dearborn leads at $35,060, while UM-Flint graduates start at $21,964. Oakland University graduates earn $34,704 with an average debt load of $22,250 upon graduation.

Is there a significant cost difference between public and private History programs?

Public universities clearly dominate the affordable category, filling 11 of the 15 cheapest spots. Albion College charges $55,746 in tuition but offers substantial aid, bringing net costs to $16,882. University of Detroit Mercy provides similar value at $16,179 net cost despite $32,300 sticker price.

Does the Michigan Achievement Scholarship help with History program costs?

Michigan residents can receive up to $5,500 annually through the Michigan Achievement Scholarship program. This aid significantly reduces costs at schools like Saginaw Valley State, where in-state tuition is already just $12,240. The scholarship makes programs at Central Michigan and Eastern Michigan even more accessible for qualifying students.

Where do the highest graduation rates occur among affordable Michigan History programs?

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor leads with a 93% graduation rate despite its $14,832 net cost. Michigan Technological University follows at 69% graduation rate for $15,729 annually. Among the most affordable options, University of Michigan-Dearborn maintains a solid 57% graduation rate at the lowest net price point.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.