History Thematic Concentration Lists<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nNotes:<\/strong> this major requires two years of high school or one year of college coursework in a foreign language. The 70-credit major does not require a minor. Courses must include 45 upper-division credits in total.<\/p>\nGrade Requirements:<\/strong> each course in the History major requires a minimum grade \u2265C+ and an overall GPA \u22652.5 in major course work.<\/p>\n","show_general_education":true,"show_plan_of_study":true,"show_student_learning_outcomes":true,"additional_sections":[{"heading":"Curriculum & Requirements","slug":"overviewtext"}],"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Curriculum & Requirements","identifier":"curriculum","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","module_background_color":"off-white","copy":"Applied Learning Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n- Community-Based Projects:<\/b> Team up with local organizations on projects that allow you to solve problems and make a difference.<\/span><\/li>\n
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The History major sets you up for success in diverse fields, from education and government to law, business, media, and nonprofits.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll sharpen key skills such as writing, critical thinking, and analytical research\u2014strengths that employers look for in every industry. With certifications, training, or advanced degrees, you can branch into law, academia, library science, research, or archival work.<\/p>\n
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