Degree Requirements
You will be ready with the skills and knowledge to launch a career in a variety of industries.
With a B.A. in History you can prepare for a career as a curator, archivist, teacher, public servant, journalist, historian, and more as well as prepare for advanced education in law or teaching.
History majors study the past with a goal of influencing the future. As a B.A. in History student, your learning will span the globe through a study of United States, European, and global history.
In the B.A. in History program, you will:
As a graduate, you will be prepared for any career that requires deep reflection, analytical problem solving, and clarity of expression. Whether it is academia, museums, research institutions, government, or the media, you’ll receive intensive preparation to launch a variety of exciting careers. Through elective courses, you can customize your experience to focus on your career interests and goals.
Students apply classroom learning in the field with a senior seminar that brings together all of the knowledge acquired and skills mastered throughout the program.
You will have the opportunity to conduct an internship at a variety of sites that match your career goals. You’ll gain resume-building experience and the opportunity to build your professional network ahead of graduation.
A variety of exciting and varied careers await you as you graduate with a B.A. in History.
Our alumni are well-prepared for graduate study and go on to attend law school or pursue master’s degrees in history, historic preservation, education, and more.
You will be ready with the skills and knowledge to launch a career in a variety of industries.
Learn about criteria, how the admissions process works, and what you will need to apply.
Choose an internship that matches your career interests and goals.
Faculty will serve as your mentors and guides.
Prepare for the career of your choice with the versatile B.A. in History.