History Degree

The history program at Belmont University prepares students for careers in politics, publishing, journalism, media and writing, as well as business and commerce, public sector administration, and charity and voluntary sectors. The program focuses on general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing, and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Program courses include: historiography, historical research methods, studies of specific periods, issues and culture, and historic preservation. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer history degrees.

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Belmont University

1003 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN

Belmont University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Nashville, Tennessee and operated as a private institution. The Interdenominational affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 5,900 students are enrolled annually at Belmont University.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Visual And Performing Arts
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at Belmont University. A score between 1060 - 1270 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 82% of students that apply are accepted to Belmont University, of which 36% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at belmont.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $27,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,800 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Belmont University "Bruins" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.belmont.edu.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Belmont University offers a bachelor's degree program in history.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Historians

Description

Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, historians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.7% from 2014 to 2024

History Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).