History Degree

The history program at Louisiana Tech 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 Louisiana colleges that offer history degrees.

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Louisiana Tech University

529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA

Louisiana Tech University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Ruston, LA and publically funded. LA Tech has a yearly student enrollment of about 12,000.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Engineering
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to Louisiana Tech University. Scores in a range of 21 - 26 on the ACT or 920 - 1180 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. This school accepts approximately 60% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, about 50% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at latech.edu.

The tuition at LA Tech varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,500 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $14,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $2,900 annually. Students enrolled at Louisiana Tech University may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Louisiana Tech University Bulldogs participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

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

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.latech.edu.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).