Undergraduate Programs - History Department - School of Humanities and Social Sciences - Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities - Missouri State
History Department
Undergraduate Programs
Make your mark in history
Studying history is much more than remembering dates and names.
History helps you think critically, analyze data, ask the right questions and build
cultural awareness.
Majors: Earn a bachelor's degree in history
Majors are the starting point for the career you want to pursue. They can also prepare
you for admission into advanced degree programs (master's, PhD, JD, etc.).
You'll enjoy learning new insights from
history's diverse courses
, ranging from the history of the Ozarks to the peoples and cultures of ancient Egypt.
Your classes are
taught by respected scholars
who have decades of experience and accolades.
History majors go on to work in research, law, politics, teaching, civil service and
other fields.
Major
History (BA/BS)
Gain a broad, global perspective of civilizations and events across time.
Major
History education (BSEd)
Teach social studies/history at the high school level. Make historical events interesting
and unique for the classroom.
Alumnus Spotlight
A fascinating journey
Travel and experience ancient wonders, much like Charles Rhodes did. His field work
in the Middle East gave him fresh insight into his passion: Egyptology.
Read his story
Certificates
Certificates are optional, concentrated programs.
Certificates give you specialized skills, set you apart in the job market and take
less time to complete than a degree. You can add a certificate(s) to your major or
pursue them on their own.
Certificate
African and African American studies
Study the history and cultures of Africa and its people.
Certificate
Ancient worlds
Learn what life and society was like in the classical antiquity.
Minors
A minor is your secondary area of study.  Some majors, but not all, require a minor.
By adding a minor, you can explore an area of professional or personal interest and
complement your major.
African and African American studies
Asian studies
History
History education
Ozarks studies
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