Academics
Learn more about academic options in the department of history at K-State
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History is the record of humankind’s accomplishments and failures, linking the past with the present. As an academic study, history is a source of rigorous intellectual conditioning involving disciplined thinking and training the mind to assess evidence and reach rational conclusions.
Many students become history professionals teaching secondary-level history, teaching or researching at a university, working at a historic preservation or museum, governmental research, among other career paths. If you are looking to further your education or broaden your horizons as a current student, you can explore more options that are open to you as a student of history by browsing the links and information below. No matter what you decide to do, just know that by mastering critical thinking skills, and clear, concise writing skills, you are better equipped to succeed in any chosen field or career.
The department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees and history as a part of a double major.
Undergraduate minors provide students an opportunity to emphasize study in an area outside their major curriculum.
The department of history welcomes applicants for graduate study at the master's and doctorate level with a variety of historical interests.
Security Studies Program
Explore the close relationship K-State has with the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth and find out what it takes to earn your master's or doctorate in security studies from K-State.
Ways to get involved
The department of history offers several student organizations such as Phi Alpha Theta and History Club that foster collaboration and expansion of the study of history.