History Degree

The history program at University of Maine at Presque Isle 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 Maine colleges that offer history degrees.

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University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI)

1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME

University of Maine at Presque Isle is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Presque Isle, Maine, which is a predominantly rural area. University of Maine at Presque Isle has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,400.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Visual And Performing Arts

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $8,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,500. Some students at University of Maine at Presque Isle may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of Maine at Presque Isle through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Skiing (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the University of Maine at Presque Isle website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.

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).