History

Study in a major where you get individual attention and an experience-driven education.

History is more than learning about the past. It's learning how to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems. At SEMO, you'll work alongside faculty who know you by name, gain hands-on research experience, and graduate prepared for careers in law, public service, business, education, museums, archives, and more.

Learn by Leading With a Bachelor's Degree in History

As a history major at SEMO, gain incredible real-world learning experience including many opportunities outside the classroom.

• Work with exceptional faculty who are active scholars with experience in U.S. history, Modern Europe, African history, the history of the ancient world, world history, and historic preservation.
• Learn to understand and formulate historical arguments and interpretations as well as master the methods of historical research and communication.
• Participate in a variety of clubs and organizations like the History Club, Historic Preservation Club, several Honor’s societies, and the Social Studies Educators’ Association.
• Explore your individual interests with faculty support through research and individual projects.
• Build writing, research, and analytical skills through hands-on projects.

What Can You Do with a Bachelor's Degree in History?

A history degree prepares you for careers that require research, analysis, communication, and problem-solving. History graduates work in government, law, business, education, nonprofit organizations, museums, archives, journalism, and many other industries because employers value their ability to evaluate information and communicate effectively.

Career opportunities:

• Archivist
• Museum Curator
• Historian
• Historic Preservation Specialist
• Intelligence Analyst
• Legislative Assistant
• Policy Analyst
• Attorney (with graduate study)
• Teacher
• Journalist
• Public Relations Specialist
• Research Analyst
• Corporate Trainer
• Nonprofit Administrator

Career Fields for History Major Program Graduates

• Government
• Politics
• Law
• Non-Profit Organizations
• Museums
• Historic Sites
• Journalism
• Education
• Business

Graduate School Opportunities of Recent History Major Program Graduates

• Master’s Program–University of Mississippi
• Master’s Program–University of Missouri
• Master’s Program–University of Delaware
• Master’s Programs–University of Pennsylvania
• Ph.D. Program–University of Massachusetts
• Ph.D. Program–University of Mississippi
• Ph.D. Programam–University of Missouri