The Department of History's mission is to train undergraduates to research, analyze, synthesize and communicate accurate conclusions about change over time by using the historical method, and gaining these skills opens doors to a vast selection of job opportunities. Our alumni are chaplains, legislators, entrepreneurs, professors and so much more. Come see how our degree programs can equip you for an exciting future!
Degrees
Graduate Undergraduate Major Minor Associate Certificate
History
Undergraduate Major Minor
History Teaching
Undergraduate Major Minor
Religious Studies
Undergraduate Major Minor
Civilizations
Undergraduate Minor
Ancient Languages and Culture
Graduate
History
Graduate
Public History
Graduate
Global Peacebuilding
Undergraduate Certificate
Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Undergraduate Certificate
Program Highlight
Paving the Future: Assistant Professor Amanda Katz on the Intersection of History and Roadway Engineering
"History of science, history of engineering, history of technology — these are important because science and technology today are not what they were twenty years ago. Certainly not what science was back in 600 BCE, or when Aristotle and Plato were coming up with natural philosophies to help people understand the world, or when the Chinese invented woodblock printing. However, what is consistent is that humans rely on science and technology to help create order in the world so that we can understand it and function within it. As a humanist, I would argue that the histories of science and technology are worth knowing..."
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Interact with other students of history and expand your study through extra-curricular activities.
Gain work experience and network with professionals working in historical fields while receiving credit towards your degree.
Phi Alpha Theta is a national professional society that promotes the study of history through research, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians
Learn about history where it happened! Study a huge variety of historical topics in their relevant countries, develop language skills and gain valuable global perspectives.
Take advantage of one-on-one mentorship opportunities, participate in social events with other high-achieving students and enhance your time at USU with special housing and registration benefits.
View a collection of research projects that have been undertaken by students of history over the years.