History Degree

The history program at Cornerstone 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 Michigan colleges that offer history degrees.

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Cornerstone University

1011 Aldon SW, Wyoming, MI

Cornerstone University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Grand Rapids, MI, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Interdenominational affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Nearly 2,900 students enroll at Cornerstone University per year.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Psychology
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Cornerstone University. A score in a range of 1497 - 1844 on the SAT, or 21 - 27 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 63% of students that apply are accepted to Cornerstone University, of which 26% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at cornerstone.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $25,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Cornerstone University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Cornerstone University "Golden Eagles" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the History Program

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

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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).