History Degree

The history program at Boise 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 Idaho colleges that offer history degrees.

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Boise State University

8695 W Marigold St, Boise, ID

Boise State University is a public college that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Boise, ID, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 20,000 students are enrolled per year at Boise State University.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1390 - 1700 on the SAT and between 20 - 25 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Boise State University. Boise State University accepts approximately 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, around 52 percent registered for enrollment.  Additional information from the BSU admissions office can be found by visiting their site.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $6,100 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 annually. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $3,900 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.

The mascot for Boise State University is the "Broncos", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

Students who wish to see more about this school can visit their website at http://www.boisestate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's 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).