Bachelor of Arts in History

Gain a deep understanding of historical themes and events while earning a versatile degree you can apply to a broad range of careers. Southwest Minnesota State University's Bachelor of Arts in History is designed to help students understand themselves and their world by learning about the past. Earn your degree in two years and customize your program by studying the areas of history that interest you most.

Coursework is designed to develop your skills in research, writing, oral communication, and critical thinking, building a cross-functional skill set you can use in graduate study or the workplace. Core courses include a survey of American and European history, contemporary world history, historiography, and more. Throughout your program, you will work closely with dedicated faculty members who offer guidance, mentorship, and subject-area expertise.

When you finish your program, you will be prepared for continued study as well as roles in public service, administration, government agencies, businesses, teaching, museums, and more. Possible career paths include historian, journalist, lawyer, librarian, archivist, and curator.

Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high-quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future.

Strong academics, fulfilling social activities, rewarding civic engagement projects, and support from fellow Mustangs in a close-knit environment mean you will get the education of a lifetime at a price that won’t take a lifetime to pay for. We invite you to visit SMSU and to see for yourself all that we have to offer.