What You’ll Learn
History allows us to better understand the world we live in now by studying how it came to be over time.
Wherever you want to go, a history degree can take you there. This major teaches skills in critical thinking and research that apply to careers any field.
Our program offers many ways for you to become an accomplished national and global citizen while preparing for a career. Our study abroad program in Ireland is an experience like no other. And there are many other opportunities for you to study the past with an eye to your future.
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Curriculum
Gain important knowledge and skills studying in classes that match your interests. We offer history topics and courses that cover America and the rest of the world across all time periods.
Faculty with doctoral degrees instruct you in small class sizes at every level of the curriculum. They provide plenty of support and guidance as you explore your interests and tailor your curriculum to meet your career goals.
Our combined degree option in history allows students to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in five years.
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Admission Requirements
We recommend submitting first-year applications in October or early November. We decide your admission once you complete your application.
Next Deadline for Transfer Students
Fall Semester: August 1
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Studying Abroad in Ireland
Spend a semester studying at 200-year-old Maynooth University near the city of Dublin, Ireland. Choose from a wide variety of courses while you’re there, including European history, English and Irish literature, classical Greece and Rome, and geography.
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Career Outlook
The skills and knowledge you’ll gain by majoring in history will be well suited to a wide range of professional careers.
Our recent alumni have built successful careers in law, business, government, teaching, and many other fields.
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