Overview

In Messiah University’s one-of-a-kind Public History major, you’ll study traditional American history complemented by the study of various cultures through world history alongside courses in archaeology, while using digital tools such as multimedia storytelling and web development.

Overview

Students in the public history program will be able to explain the influence of past political, social, cultural, economic and religious practices and structures in the field of public history, and understand the theories and ethics that shape professional practice in public history institutions.

An internship is required in the public history major. Coursework is enriched by opportunities to work with professors on research; intern at museums, historical archives and governmental agencies; study abroad for a semester and shorter term; teach in local schools; and train in archaeology, both locally and abroad.

The History program delivers its majors and minors through a wide range of course offerings in American, European, and World History. Faculty place a strong emphasis on the cultivation of specific experiences, skills, and career-related abilities such as critical thinking, high quality written and oral communication, methods of research, and digital and public projects. The public history major, in particular, prepares students for careers in public-facing institutions such as archives, museums, and libraries.

The program presents the academic study of history within the framework of a liberal arts tradition that also engages the rich traditions of the Christian faith. In this way, it promotes life-long learning that recognizes the powerful role history and faith play in shaping contemporary society and culture.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History
Historical Methods
Effective Historical Writing
Public History
Historiography and Philosophy of History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mechanicsburg, United States

Disciplines

Modern History View 71 other Bachelors in Modern History in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must graduate from an accredited senior high school or the equivalent prior to matriculation. Course units from grades nine through twelve should include the following:

4 units in English
3 units in mathematics
3 units in natural science
3 units in social studies
2 units in foreign language (recommended)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42540 USD / year

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Out-of-State

42540 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

42540 USD / year

≈ 42540 USD / year

Living costs

Mechanicsburg

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Mechanicsburg

Funding

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