History
If you want to help solve the world’s pressing societal challenges,
you'll first need to understand their context. As a History major or minor, you'll compare societies across time and geography to gain insight into the diversity of the human experience and your own place in the world.
Majors & Minors
| Program Name | Program Type |
|---|---|
History |
Major Bachelor of Arts |
History |
Minor |
Why study History?
You’ll hone your investigation and information literacy skills by exploring and analyzing varied sources across a range of periods and developments in the Western and non-Western worlds. Your coursework will take place both inside and outside the classroom and will include research, collaboration with faculty, and hands-on fieldwork.
As a graduate, you'll be well prepared for graduate study or careers in government, non-profits, or the private sector, as well as for a lifetime of informed citizenship.
Why study History at Gettysburg
Opportunities
Find out how your History studies at Gettysburg can open up career opportunities in various fields.
Academics
Discover ways to align your knowledge of history with the skills you'll need for careers in this diverse field.
Community of Experts and Professors
Professors in the History Department serve as resources for academic and professional pursuits in history-related fields.
History
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