History Degree

The history program at College of Mount Saint Vincent 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 New York colleges that offer history degrees.

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College of Mount Saint Vincent

53 Valentine Street, Mount Vernon, NY

College of Mount Saint Vincent is a nonprofit private institution located in Bronx, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 1,900 students enroll at College of Mount Saint Vincent yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Mount Saint Vincent offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to College of Mount Saint Vincent. Scores within the range of 20 to 23 on the ACT or 1240 to 1530 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. College of Mount Saint Vincent admits approximately 70% of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, around 21% enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $31,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at College of Mount Saint Vincent through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.mountsaintvincent.edu.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Mount Saint Vincent 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).