"A nation which does not know what it was yesterday, does not know what it is today, nor what it is trying to do." —Woodrow Wilson

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Careers in History

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A history degree is your first step towards a successful career. Become an archivist, teacher, historian, museum worker and more. You'll be prepared to work in fields like government, law and business. A BA in history also gives a strong foundation for graduate studies if you pursue law school or an advanced degree.

Annual Salaries

Archivists, Curators and Museum Workers
$52,140
Historian
$63,100

U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2021

Successful Andrews Alumni

Former U.S. Ambassador
Republic of Suriname
Director
Adventist Learning Community
General Council
University of Redlands

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Take courses in American, European and non-Western history, foreign language training, hands-on experience in historical research, and an introduction to philosophy and theory. You'll enjoy classes like American Experience and will stand out in the field with an internship under your belt.