Bachelor in Geschichte

A history degree is a valuable liberal arts degree that will give you a solid foundation in research and analytical skills vital to a wide variety of career paths including law, public service, ministry, business, museum work, national parks, government work, and more.

Whether you use your history major from SBU to pursue further education at law school, graduate school, or professional programs or immediately enter a variety of career opportunities, you will be equipped with all the needed skills including research techniques, communication skills, and analytical reasoning, and cultural appreciation.

The SBU Advantage

• Thrive in small class sizes in which you will receive personal attention, individualized instruction, and one-on-one advisement as you pursue your education and career goals.
• Be challenged to think deeply about the relationship between faith and culture and the influence of Christianity in your history courses.
• Develop valuable skills in analytical reasoning, research, and communication that will serve you well within the discipline of history and many other professions.

Founded in 1878, Southwest Baptist University is a Christian liberal arts university offering more than 100 areas of academic study at undergraduate and graduate levels throughout four physical campuses in Bolivar, Mountain View, Salem, and Springfield, Mo., plus an online campus.

Founded in 1878, Southwest Baptist University is a Christian liberal arts university with:

• More than 100 areas of academic study on undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels;
• Faculty who are passionate about you, your education, and your future success;
• Global service and mission projects to share your faith and develop as a servant leader;
• Vibrant campus life within a close-knit community for getting involved and developing lifelong friendships; and
• Five campuses throughout the southwest and south central Missouri. The 152-acre main campus is in Bolivar, Mo., population 10,300 about 25 minutes north of Springfield, Mo. Additional campuses are in Mountain View, Salem, and Springfield, Mo., and Online.

Liberal arts schools provide both breadth and depth. Breadth is offered across the curriculum with coursework in the arts, sciences, and humanities, with the goal of preparing students for life. Depth is provided through the major, which focuses on preparation for work in a specific field. In a Christian liberal arts education, the Christian lens is the primary lens for learning. Breadth and depth in a Christian liberal arts setting also mean a focus on critical thinking so that non-Christian perspectives are examined (but not endorsed) and students are prepared to serve in secular careers and in service to Christ.