A history degree is the ideal starting point for a variety of vocations. Individuals who earn a degree in history can go on to work as historians, librarians, archivists, curators, professors, teachers, lawyers, editors, publishers, politicians and consultants. Follow these links to explore more career options for your history degree.

Careers in the Business World

鈥淲hat Can I Do聽When I Graduate?鈥澛燗n article by Dr. Robert F. Pace, former associate professor of History, Longwood University

Internships

Practical work experience will make you more valuable to potential employers.

Law School

Resources to help you decide if law school is right for you.

Editing and Publishing

Resources to help you get into the field.

Working in an Archive or Library

...but maybe you want to be a librarian!

Working in Public History

You certainly won鈥檛 be a librarian! The possibilities are endless!

Teaching History at the University Level

Earning a PhD is a long process, but well worth it!

General Information

Being prepared for the future聽will help you make the most of your time at 亚色影库.

Teaching History in Secondary Education

Simply earning a bachelors degree in history doesn鈥檛 qualify you to teach鈥攕ee what more you need to prepare for!