History Degree

The history program at Arizona State 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 Arizona colleges that offer history degrees.

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Arizona State University

2445 W. Dunlap Ave., Ste. 100, Phoenix, AZ

Arizona State University is the largest research university in the US, with four campuses; the Tempe Campus being the original and the largest campus. It is located approximately eight miles from downtown Phoenix, in the heart of Tempe, Arizona.

History

The first building erected on the Tempe Campus was Old Main. It remains a part of the Tempe Campus today and was built in 1898. That was 14 years before Arizona officially became a state. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. The Tempe Campus includes several notable buildings, including Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright.

Academics

There are several schools and colleges within the boundaries of the Tempe Campus. Examples include:

• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Herber Institute for Design and the Arts
• Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering
• Sandy Day O' Conner College of Law

Courses and programs offered by other schools that are hosted by the Tempe Campus include:

• Barrette, The Honors College
• College of Teacher Education and Leadership

Campus Life

Danforth Meditation Chapel was built in 1947 and is a place where students can relax and meditate. It is located south of Hayden Library Entrance on Cady Mall. A large fountain adds to the atmosphere with the soothing sound of water.

There are more than 500 clubs where students can make friends, gain leadership skill and become involved in community activities. The Memorial Union is a community center for students, staff and guests. The building has four levels that offer programs, services and student involvement opportunities.

Sports and Recreation

Cheer the Sun Devils on to victory or participate in other activities and sports. If you enjoy working out, be sure to visit the weight rooms and cardio machines. Tempe Campus also offers an Introduction to Personal Training.

Support Services

There are a variety of support services for students at the Tempe Campus, including disability services, computer services, commuter services, a bookstore and Adult Learner Resources.

Community

Tempe is the seventh largest city in Arizona. Visit the Tempe Historical Museum to learn of the city's history or visit the University of Arizona's Art Museum. Admission to both of these attractions is free.

If you enjoy beating the heat, spend a day at Big Surf water park swimming. The water slides at Big Surf are popular with people of all ages.

Kiwanis Park offers a wide variety of activities including baseball, softball, racquetball, tennis, volleyball and an indoor wave pool.

Those who enjoy the great outdoors can hike up Tempe Butte. If you love shopping till you drop, check out Arizona Mills Mall, which as 175 stores, an IMAX theatre, restaurants and more.

Whether you enjoy the activities above or prefer golfing, the arts, concerts or festivals, there's always something to enjoy in Tempe, Arizona.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Arizona State University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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).