Careers for History Majors
The bachelor's degree in history in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides preparation for advanced training in several social sciences. History majors frequently choose careers in teaching or civil service. Some develop careers in business. History is traditionally a valued background for applicants to law school and graduate schools of administration.
The following information is gleened from the American Historical Association's web site, which provides indepth information on the career potential for history majors.
Planning for an Advanced Degree?
History BAs intending to pursue an advanced degree in history may profitably consult the guide, Careers for Students of History, by Constance Schulz, Page Putnam Miller, Aaron Marrs, and Kevin Allen.
Careers for Undergraduate History Majors
Historians as Educators
Elementary Schools
Secondary Schools
Postsecondary Education
Historic Sites and Museums
Historians as Researchers
Museums and Historical Organizations<> Cultural Resources Management and Historic Preservation
Think Tanks
Historians As Communicators
Writers and Editors
Journalists
Documentary Editors
Producers of Multimedia Material
Historians As Information Managers
- Archivists
- Records Managers
- Librarians
- Information Managers
Historians As Advocates
Lawyers and Paralegals
Litigation Support
Legislative Staff Work
Foundations
Historians in Businesses and Associations
Historians in Corporations
Contract Historians
Historians and Nonprofit Associations
