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History Degree

The history program at University of Nevada – Reno 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 Nevada colleges that offer history degrees.

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University of Nevada – Reno (UNLV)

4505 S Maryland Pky, Las Vegas, NV

University of Nevada - Reno provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Reno, Nevada and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Nevada. Enrollment at University of Nevada - Reno is nearly 18,000 per year.

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

  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Social Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Psychology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 20 - 26 on the ACT or 1390 - 1730 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. 88% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 47% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Nevada - Reno are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs nearly $7,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $5,200 annually. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Nevada - Reno is the "Wolf Pack", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

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

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.unr.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Nevada – Reno has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree35
Master's Degree2
Doctorate Degree0

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male26
Female11

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic6
White26
Multiple Races2
Unknown2

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

Students who have completed the History program at UNLV, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants University of Nevada – Reno accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, University of Nevada – Reno may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Nevada – Reno is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mountain West Conference)
  • Basketball (Mountain West Conference)
  • Track and Field (Mountain West Conference)
  • Football (Mountain West Conference)
  • Golf
  • Rifle
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball