History Degree

The history program at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi 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 Texas colleges that offer history degrees.

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Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Corpus Christi, TX and publically funded. Over 10,000 students enroll at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi yearly.

Areas of study available at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi include:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 17 - 22 for the ACT exam, or 1260 - 1580 on the SAT. An estimated 80 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, with 33 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,300, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,200 per year. Students attending Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Islanders participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students can visit the school's http://www.tamucc.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi has offered the following degree levels 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).