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History: International Studies

Also offered as: History (Major)

Study U.S. and world history while examining how global connections shape politics, cultures, economies and societies. Build research, writing and analysis skills for careers in government, law, education, museums, nonprofits and international work.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 42 in Major
Careers
Scientists, Managers
History: International Studies students at EIU

Why Study History: International Studies at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
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"From the moment I stepped foot on campus, I could see just how welcoming and inclusive this community is. Where students from all backgrounds and identities can feel at home. ... Having EIU just outside of Sullivan is very ideal to me as I'm close enough to live at home with my family."
Jaiden Beckwith
History Education | Class of 2028
Jaiden Beckwith, History Education at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, History: International Studies students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.A. in History: International Studies combines strong preparation in historical research and writing with focused study of global regions, cultures and connections. It is a fit if you are curious about how political movements, economic systems, migration, conflict and cultural exchange have shaped societies across time.

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$142,080
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Political Scientists
  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Compliance Managers
  • Loss Prevention Managers
  • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists…
  • Political Science Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Bright OutlookBright Outlook careers are ones with a promising future. They're expected to grow quickly, to have lots of job openings, or to be brand new and emerging. A career earns the label if it meets any one of these: projected growth of 5% or more, at least 75,000 projected openings, or New & Emerging status.
Grow Rapidly: Jobs in this career are expected to grow 5% or more over the next several years, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections.
Openings: Employers are expected to need at least 75,000 people for this career over the next several years. That count includes new jobs created by growth and spots opened when workers move on.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor Grow Rapidly / Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)Job Zone 4: Considerable preparationMost of these careers require a four-year bachelor's degree. They also tend to build on several years of work-related experience or training.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit ConventionalConventional interest typeYou like order and detail. This work involves organizing information or data by following set procedures and rules, usually in an office.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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