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History Degree
The history program at Dickinson 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 North Dakota colleges that offer history degrees.
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Dickinson State University (DSU)
1500 Edwards Ave., Bismarck, ND
DSU, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Dickinson, ND, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at DSU is nearly two thousand annually.
Areas of study offered at Dickinson State University include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to DSU have an SAT score in a range of 1260 - 1750, or an ACT composite score within the range of 16 - 27. Roughly 70% of all applicant were accepted at Dickinson State University, with 59% of those accepted choosing to attend.
The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $6,200 and out-of-state residents pay $14,000 annually. Dickinson State University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The DSU "Blue Hawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Football (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
Students may visit the DSU website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more.
Students Enrolled in the History Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DSU offers a bachelor's degree program in history.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Hispanic | 1 |
White | 2 |
Unknown | 1 |
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
Upon completion of the History program at Dickinson State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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 (
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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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Dickinson State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Dickinson State University may provide services to students like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Dickinson State University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (373)
- Football (373)
- Golf
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Rodeo