History Degree

The history program at Southwestern Christian 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer history degrees.

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Southwestern Christian University (SCU)

425 W University Blvd, Durant, OK

Southwestern Christian University, located in Bethany, Oklahoma, was founded in 1946 as an International Pentecostal Holiness Church school known as Southwestern Bible College. The school was originally located in Oklahoma City, where it grew into one of the largest junior colleges in the country. In 1981 the governing body of the of denomination chose to reevaluate and refocus the school's goals, trimming down its offerings and moving to Bethany. By 1998 the school had added a master's program in ministry and became a full-fledged liberal arts college, and changed its name to the current to reflect its new direction.

Academics

Southwestern Christian University offers associate, bachelor and master level degrees. These degrees are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The school believes in the providing students with a quality education, developing leaders for the future and preparing them for success. The faculty is committed to giving students the attention and service necessary to assist in the schools goals. All programs of study offer the opportunity to increase the knowledge of the bible through courses in biblical study and theology.

Programs offered include:

• General Studies
• Liberal Arts
• Behavioral Science
• Business Administration
• Ministry

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admission to Southwestern Christian University requires a GPA of 2.5, an ACT score of 19 or Sat score of 900, and a class rank in the top 50%. Conditional requirements for admission are lower, though students must demonstrate academic excellence to remain in school. Students should complete and submit an application, a signed lifestyle covenant, all pertinent transcripts, and test scores. Master program admissions require students to have a bachelor degree.

Financial aid is available to eligible student in the form of loans and grants. Students should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility and awards. Additional information is available at the school's website or through the school's financial aid department.

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).