History Degree

The history program at Fontbonne 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 Missouri colleges that offer history degrees.

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Fontbonne University

1111 N Glenstone, Springfield, MO

Fontbonne University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Louis, Missouri, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Fontbonne University has an annual student enrollment of around 2,500.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students at Fontbonne University scored in a range of 20 - 24 on the ACT. 63% of applicants are accepted to Fontbonne University, of which 31% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at fontbonne.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $23,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $4,800 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Fontbonne University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.fontbonne.edu.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fontbonne 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).