The European and World History Concentration offers a comprehensive journey into the histories of regions and cultures outside the United States, deepening students' understanding and appreciation of global narratives. This concentration equips you with broad comparative frameworks to better grasp both local and global histories, encouraging you to view historical events and trends through transnational and intercultural lenses. By exploring the intricate tapestry of the world's past, you're prepared not only for traditional roles in history but also for a variety of careers where your insights into global cultures and historical contexts are invaluable.
Learning Outcomes
- Master skills in historical research and primary source analysis.
- Develop expertise in historical writing and interpretation.
- Understand global, national and local historical contexts.
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Tuition Estimates
On-campus
$13,528*
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Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
History Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$83,820
Wage Range
$48,410 – $162,160
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Master’s degree
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Median Annual Wage
$64,370
Wage Range
$48,080 – $102,540
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Less than high school diploma
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
Median Annual Wage
$72,040
Wage Range
$48,780 – $107,600
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Post-master’s certificate
Marketing Managers
Bright OutlookPlan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop p
Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Median Annual Wage
$166,790
Wage Range
$90,260 – $293,610
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Professional degree
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Bright OutlookCompete in athletic events.
Median Annual Wage
$66,710
Wage Range
$26,500 – $742,310
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Less than high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Video Game Designers
Bright OutlookDesign core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with produ
Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.
Median Annual Wage
$104,000
Wage Range
$53,750 – $201,550
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Less than high school diploma
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