B.A. History
Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
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The most common career paths for college graduates with a History degree are in education, business, law, politics, journalism, and publishing. The skills you develop in a History education are desired by employers in a wide range of industries.
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While it may not lead to one specific job title, the skills gained (analysis, communication, argumentation) are highly transferable.
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Recent employment data show that rates of employment, competitive salaries, and job satisfaction among graduates with History degrees rival those of science and business majors.
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A university History program fosters a deep knowledge of the subject, but also teaches important and marketable skills. Recent data shows that the vast majority of Americans believe that humanities degrees develop important life skills, strengthen democracy, and improve the economy.
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If you like the subject, find value in thinking, reading, writing, and researching, and enjoy understanding how the past shapes the present, this is could be the degree for you.