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Cambridge Private History Universities

Compare 7 programs at 3 universities in Cambridge — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

3 universities · ranked best first

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HU Harvard University logo

Harvard University

Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private University · Est. 1636

US #74 ROI A Admissions open
Net price
$19,066/yr
Admission rate
4%
Earnings (10yr)
$101,817
Students
7,601
2
MI Massachusetts Institute of Technology logo

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private University · Est. 1861

US #413 ROI A Admissions open
Net price
$20,111/yr
Admission rate
5%
Earnings (10yr)
$143,372
Students
4,535
3
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Lesley University

Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private University · Est. 1909

US #684 ROI D Admissions open
Net price
$31,152/yr
Admission rate
97%
Earnings (10yr)
$51,173
Students
1,122

What this subject pays

Graduates of History programmes report a median $30,173 two years after finishing, across 608 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $24,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for private History universities in Cambridge?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Lesley University. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study private History universities in Cambridge?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying private History universities in Cambridge?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Cambridge?

Filtering by Cambridge keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About private History universities in Cambridge

This page lists private History universities in Cambridge held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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