Overview

The History Department at Montana State University Billings offers a variety of courses in the areas of Early America, Modern U.S., the Ancient World and Archaeology, Early Modern and Modern Europe, Women’s and Gender History and Global History.

A thorough understanding of history is the hallmark of an enlightened, concerned and self-critical citizen. In our history courses, students examine the discipline and methods of history in order to cultivate an appreciation for the past. Students study various approaches to the past, craft historical questions, understand historical methodology and theory, learn and practice research and writing skills and challenge themselves to think historically.

But what can I actually do with a degree in history?

A degree in history can prepare you for a variety of careers. According to the ACS, one in five history majors will enter education as a primary-, middle-, or high-school teacher. Approximately 15 percent find management positions in business. 11 percent enter careers in the legal field. Nearly half of history majors identified in this study went on to graduate school in one form or another.

History majors go on to peruse careers in...

Education

Elementary and Secondary Teacher
College or University Professor
Historical Sites/Museums

Communication

Writer
Journalist
Editor

Information Management

Archivist
Librarian
Records/Information Manager

Legal

Lawyer
Paralegal
Legislative Staff

Business/Association

In-house Historian for Corporation
Contract Historian
Historian for Non-profit Organization

Historic Preservation

Preservationist for Architectural Firm
Preservationist for City Planning or Economic Development Agency
Preservationist for the Federal Government (National Park Service, U.S. Army, or U.S. Forest Service, for example

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American History
Western Civilization
American Civil War Era
Birth of Modern US
American Environmental History
Ancient Greece

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: MSU Billings has rolling admission, this means prospective students may apply at any time.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Pay your application fee: $35 for online applications. $30 for paper applications.
Submit a copy of your passport
Submit your proof of English proficiency
Submit your Transcripts

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

21666 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21666 USD per year during 48 months.
National

21350 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21350 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

6710 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6710 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Billings

945 - 1958 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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