History Degree

The history program at University of Idaho 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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University of Idaho (Idaho)

921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID

University of Idaho is a public institution located in Moscow, ID and provides a large number of degree programs for students. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Idaho. University of Idaho has an annual student enrollment of over twelve thousand.

Areas of study offered at University of Idaho include but are not limited to:

• Psychology
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Education
• Engineering
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to University of Idaho are within the range of 20 - 26 on the ACT, or 1430 - 1780 for the SAT exam. University of Idaho accepts approximately 60% of students applying annually. Of those accepted, around 32% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at University of Idaho varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 per year. Some students at University of Idaho may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Idaho is the "Vandals", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

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

Students may visit the University of Idaho website to see a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Idaho has offered the following programs 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).