What Can I Do With A Degree In History?

Are you considering majoring in history, but aren't sure what careers it will prepare you for? This site is designed to explore some of the numerous opportunities open to you. This major will prepare students fora variety of careers including but not limited to:

For information on these careers and others, please consult the following links:

• Sonoma State University History Department
  For information on Sonoma State University's History Department.
• University of Wisconsin-River Falls: History Career Opportunities
  Lists career opportunities and employers for history majors.
• Oakland University History Department
  Gives examples of careers for history majors and areas where history majors are employed.

What skills are used?

Careers in share similar characteristics where skills are concerned. Skills include the ability to understand concepts and social systems.  You need the ability to understand and learn vocabulary.  Should be able to take responsibility and make decisions.  Be able to interpret data.

Where are the jobs?

History majors will find jobs with Colleges and Universities, Libraries, Museums, Research Organizations and through Self Employment to name a few options.

How much will I earn?

For salary information, please click on the links below:

JobSmart Salary Survey
WAGEWEB
Occupational Outlook Handbook

For additional salary information, visit the Career Services and utilize the National Association of Colleges and Employers Salary Survey.  It is updated every three months and lists national average starting offers by major and occupation.

Where can I learn more?

The Career Services is located in Salazar 1070 and has extensive information for history related careers. Resources of interest include: Choices & Eureka (computerized career exploration programs), Career Library (over 500 books related to careers), Internship & Job Postings, Community Involvement Program (volunteer for credit and experience) and much, much more.