Bachelor of Science - General History

Explore the past and join the conversations about what happened and why society should care. History not only affords interesting stories to tell, but helps to further understand civilization and the world.

Majoring in history lets students dive into the topics students are most excited about. ISU’s History program offers nearly 100 courses – from the Middle Ages to the American Revolution. Students will get the opportunity to learn in small classes from a passionate faculty.

History serves as a stepping stone for any career. At Illinois State, students will learn critical thinking, writing, research and analysis. These are skills that can be applied to many fields - from business to journalism to law and government.

In addition to ISU’s variety of courses, history offers real-world experiences - such as interning at the David Davis Mansion or McLean County Museum of History. Exceptional students works may even get published in the faculty journal, Recounting the Past.