History Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Overview

The History programme at Indiana University of Pennsylvania provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the human experience across different eras and cultures. This degree encourages learners to apply lessons from the past to contemporary global challenges through rigorous academic inquiry and professional skill development.

Students engage with a curriculum that explores the significance of race, class, gender, and religion within historical contexts. By examining patterns of continuity and change, participants build a versatile toolkit that includes independent thinking, cause-and-effect recognition, and sophisticated written and oral communication abilities.

The learning environment is highly personalised, featuring small class sizes led by expert faculty members.

Why History at Indiana University of Pennsylvania?

The department offers unique facilities such as the Irwin Marcus Public History Lab, established in 2015 to support hands-on research using modern technologies. This resource allows students to bridge the gap between traditional scholarship and practical application in a professional setting.

Distinctive teaching features include the opportunity to pursue specialised certificates in Digital History or Public History alongside the main degree. These credentials provide a competitive advantage by training students in the preservation, collection, and digital distribution of historical research for public audiences.

Global engagement is a cornerstone of the experience, with extensive study abroad options that allow students to earn academic credit while living in another country. Additionally, local and national internship placements enable students to gain real-world experience at historic sites, government agencies, and various institutions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 11732 per year
• National fee: USD 11732 per year
• Local fee: USD 8090 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured into four main components, including introductory studies, foundation surveys, upper-level electives, and a final capstone project. Modules may include:

• Historical Studies
• Public History
• Cultural History of Zombies
• African American History
• American Revolution
• Ancient Greece
• Ancient Rome
• Early and Modern Asia
• Early China
• Organized Crime
• Medieval Europe
• The Digital Age
• Transnational History

Careers with History

Graduates are well-prepared for roles in the public and private sectors, often finding success in fields such as law, government, and business. The programme’s focus on evidence-based argumentation and analytical research provides an excellent foundation for those pursuing legal careers or graduate-level study.

Career opportunities are frequently found within libraries, museums, archives, and national parks. Alumni also secure positions in military leadership, teaching, and non-profit organisations, where their ability to understand the impact of historical decisions helps organisations navigate complex modern environments.